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A Beginners Guide To Bird Feeding

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1. What Do You Feed Wild Birds?
2. Selecting The Right Birdfeeder
3. Where To Hang Bird Feeders?

1. What Do You Feed Wild Birds?

To truly engage with your garden visitors, you’ll need the right food. A small bag of Peanut Granules and Sunflower Hearts are a great starting option. Both are beloved favorite among wild birds. These nutrient-rich seeds and nuts cater to a wide range of bird species, providing a versatile and easy-to-manage choice for beginners.
 
If you’ve already successfully enticed wild birds into your garden you can look to diversify your garden menu. Consider exploring our range of wild bird food options such as our no grow fruit feast or Robin & Songbird Mix. Whether you’ve acquired a feeding station with multiple feeders or simply wish to broaden your offering, we have various bird food varieties in stock to suit your needs.
 
Once you’ve started your bird feeding journey, it’s worthwhile to experiment with different foods and feeders. This experimentation can yield fascinating results as you discover which wild birds are drawn to your garden.
Be patient, as it may take some time for birds to become accustomed to new food offerings and locations. Wild birds much like ourselves, are creatures of habit and can be fickle with a sudden change of diet or bird feeder location.
 
In summary, kick-starting your bird feeding experience with Peanut Granules & Sunflower Hearts provides a simple yet effective foundation to start your journey. As you delve deeper into this rewarding hobby, our diverse selection of bird food and feeders allows you to tailor your offerings and create an enticing haven for the visitors in your garden.
 
We’re certain you’ll have great success in attracting wild birds to your feeders. Patience is key, and it becomes addictive, especially when you have an established setup and a new bird turns up out of the blue.
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2. You'll Need The Right Birdfeeder

Bird feeders play a vital role in encouraging and attracting wild birds to your garden. These versatile tools come in a multitude of shapes and sizes to suit different food preferences and bird species.
 
When venturing into the world of bird feeding, it’s wise to start with a cost-effective option. At our store, you can often receive a free bird feeder as a gift with your first purchase when signing up to our loyalty program, making it accessible for everyone to begin this rewarding hobby. Our budget-friendly feeders serve as an excellent starting point for beginners.
 
As your interest in bird feeding grows, you might want to explore different types of bird food to cater to specific species. It’s not uncommon for squirrels to take an interest in your bird food, potentially depleting your feathered friends’ meals. In such cases, our bird feeder guide offers valuable insights and solutions to maintain a harmonious bird-friendly environment.
 
Bird feeders are often designed to accommodate specific types of bird food, such as seed mixes or peanuts. Within this realm, you’ll find a range of feeders, each offering varying levels of quality and unique features tailored to different needs.
For instance, squirrel-proof bird feeders are engineered to deter these furry marauders, safeguarding your bird food supply. These specialized feeders incorporate mechanisms to keep squirrels at bay, however in our experience it’s a worthwhile option investing in a squirrel feeding box, these keep the squirrels happy and considerably less interested in your wild bird feeders.
 
In summary, starting with a more affordable option is wise, and as you progress, explore more diverse bird food and bird feeder options as you start to get a wider variety of birds visiting your garden. Take your time and view our bird feeder selection and comprehensive bird feeder guides. We’ve written them to help support your new interest in wild birds and are a worthwhile knowledge base to read and help you on your journey in feeding the birds.
 
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3. Where To Hang Bird Feeders

Finding the perfect spot to hang your bird feeders is essential to the success of your bird feeding goals. The choice largely hinges on your available space and garden layout.
 
If your garden boasts trees, capitalizing on their branches is an excellent choice for suspending your bird feeders. For those without trees, a Bird Feeding Station represents a practical alternative. It offers a stable and versatile platform to accommodate multiple feeders, allowing you to attract a diverse mix of wild birds.
 
For those that are handy with a drill, wall or fence brackets provide an option to securely attach feeders, albeit a more permanent solution. If you don’t have any trees of hedges to hand your feeders on, we recommend experimenting with a feeding station first, as it grants flexibility and ease of use.
In scenarios where traditional hanging methods aren’t viable, window feeders come to the rescue. These innovative feeders affix to windows, allowing you to witness birds up close from the comfort of your home. We have a number of regular customer who reside in flats that have huge success with window feeders on their balconies and windows.
 
Whether you opt for branch, feeding station, bracket, or window feeder, choosing the right hanging location is crucial in creating an inviting space for wild birds to frequent your garden. Explore our range of bird feeders and accessories to find the ideal solution for your garden setup. If you have any further questions our freephone number and email address can be found on the contact us page.
 
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The Most Common FAQ's We Get Asked By Beginners

Is it okay to feed wild birds in my garden?

Yes, it's perfectly fine to feed wild birds in your garden. It can provide them with a valuable food source, especially during harsh weather conditions.

What should I feed wild birds in the UK?

You can offer a variety of foods, including birdseed mixes, peanuts, suet, mealworms, and fruit. Different species have different preferences, so a variety will attract a wider range of birds.

Is bread suitable for feeding birds?

While birds will eat bread, it lacks essential nutrients and can be harmful in large quantities. It's better to provide bird-specific foods like seeds or suet.

How often should I refill bird feeders?

Ideally, refill your bird feeders daily, especially during the winter months. This ensures a consistent food source for the birds.

Should I provide water along with food?

Yes, fresh water is essential for birds. Ensure you have a clean and reliable water source, especially during dry spells.

Is it necessary to clean bird feeders?

Yes, cleaning bird feeders regularly helps prevent the spread of diseases among birds. Use a solution such as Milton and rinse thoroughly.

Can feeding birds in my garden attract unwanted pests?

It's possible, but using appropriate feeders and cleaning up any spilled food can minimize the risk of attracting pests like rats.

Are there specific times of the year when I should feed birds more?

Wild birds can benefit from feeding year-round, but they may need more food during the winter months when natural food sources are scarce. It is good practice to offer food and water to the birds all years round.

Should I stop feeding birds in the spring and summer?

No, continue feeding birds in the spring and summer, they may rely less on your feeders as natural food becomes more abundant. However, most of the bugs they collect go to feeding their chicks, so providing food in the spring and summer months is essential t and provides them with a quick and easy meal.

Are there any legal regulations for feeding wild birds in my garden?

There are no specific regulations for feeding wild birds in the UK, but it's essential to follow guidelines to ensure the birds' health and safety. Some councils do prohibit feeding birds in public spaces and places such as retirement complexes may have their own guidelines. If you are in doubt it is always best to check first.

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