While many bird lovers stick to traditional birdseed, fruit, and suet, you might just be wondering if you can serve up those stale crackers at the bird feeder. Can birds eat crackers, and if so, what kinds are okay? Like many human foods, the answer is maybe–with some types being OK and some as strict …
Do you have a banana that’s a little past its prime and you’re wondering if it’s safe to serve it at the bird feeder? Bananas are a wonderful, natural food source that can be offered to birds, both in your backyard and as part of a more controlled environment like aviaries. Let’s look at which …
Peanuts aren’t just a favorite snack for humans but also a highly nutritious option for various bird species. Offering peanuts at your bird feeder can attract an array of birds to your garden–but there are a few precautions to take. Which Birds Like Whole Peanuts in the Shell? Offering whole peanuts in the shell can …
Safflower is a highly valued crop known for its oil-rich seeds. Beyond its culinary and industrial uses, safflower seeds have carved a niche in the bird feeding community due to their unique properties. If you’re considering it for your bird feeding station, let’s look at what safflower is, the types of birds it attracts–and the …
Living in the country, field mice are a year around problem for us. We have to be extra careful to store bird food in a container they cannot chew into (and they will try!) These small rodents can easily infiltrate poorly stored bird seed, causing contamination and waste. But, like us, if you like to …
If you’re setting up a bird feeder and want to attract a wide variety of birds but can only choose one type of bird seed, which should you get? In most cases, the best option is often black oil sunflower seeds. This is a choice we always offer at our bird feeders, and it never …