Different birds will be
attracted by different
types of food. For
the greatest variety
of beautiful wild bird
species at your
feeding station, be
sure to supply food
of varying kinds.
High quality seed
including sunflower,
millet and safflower
will draw many bird
species. Peanuts
are loved by
woodpeckers,
nuthatches,
cardinals and others.
More specialized
offerings include
Thistle (nyjer) to
attract finches,
especially
goldfinches – and
suet, a favorite of
woodpeckers and
nuthatches. Insect-
eating species are
attracted and
nourished by feeding
mealworms,
waxworms or
caterpillars. Some
species, such as
orioles and
hummingbirds, visit
fruit or specialty
nectar feeders.
Many areas
experience changing
bird populations as
the seasons come
and go. Look out for
unusual and
beautiful migrants in
spring and fall!
Consult your local
specialty bird store
or catalog for more
information on bird
species and the
foods they prefer.
Your efforts will be
well repaid by a
greater variety of
bird visitors and
more exciting
viewing!
ATTRACTING BIRDS TO YOUR FEEDER
