Bird Feeding Tip: #17

I like the cage type feeders and hang them close to the house so the squirrels don't steal the bird's food.

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Bird Feeding Tip: #18

I own pigeons, so when I refill their feeder, I give all the left-over seeds to the small song birds that hang around our house. Not only do I then get to enjoy my own birds, I get to enjoy all the little native birds.

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Bird Feeding Tip: #19

I use bright colored bird feeders because I think it makes it easier for birds to spot them.

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Bird Feeding Tip: #20

If you live in a humid area, check your feeders regularly. Some seeds get gummy in texture and the birds won't eat it.

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Bird Feeding Tip: #21

A hollowed out coconut shell with a small round hole makes an easy and natural feeder for chikadees.

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Bird Feeding Tip: #22

A movement - (an activated toy of some sort) will frighten away the squirrels....and give you a lot of entertainment.

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Bird Feeding Tip: #23

Always keep the birdfeeders full. Your birds depend on the food sources that they have located. Especially in the colder months.

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Bird Feeding Tip: #24

Always clean your bird bath every few days so that it doesn't attract mosquitos.

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Bird Feeding Tip: #25

Don't own a cat! Or if you do own a cat - keep him inside when unsupervised.

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Bird Feeding Tip: #26

My favorite: Crisco covered pine cone, dipped in bird seed. Hang this concoction on tree branch and enjoy!

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Bird Feeding Tip: #27

For your homes sake (and your neighbors) store ALL feed in varmit proof containers. I learned this through experience.

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Bird Feeding Tip: #28

For feeders on poles, use cooking spray to spray the pole ....the squirrels will slide right down and not harm the squirrels.

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Bird Feeding Tip: #29

I am a teacher, and every spring we make pine cone bird feeders. We take a pine cone and spread shortening on it. Then we roll it in wild bird seed food. The kids take them home and report on how many birds came to visit.

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Bird Feeding Tip: #30

To keep ants from getting into your bird feeder spread a little Vaseline on the hanger and they wont pass over it!

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Bird Feeding Tip: #31

When I run out of suet for my suet feeder, I make an inside-out peanut butter sandwich on whole grain or wheat bread, then put it in the suet feeder. The birds love it, especially if you use crunchy peanut butter!

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