Using window bird feeders to attract wildlife

Feb 4
10:07

2010

Gavin Cruise

Gavin Cruise

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Various forms of wildlife are a wonderful addition to any garden. By supplying birds with window bird feeders it will only enrich your gardening experience.

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Building bird houses is a wonderful way of attracting various kinds of bird species to your garden and by supplying these birds with window bird feeders you will be assured that they will continuously come back. The oriole specie is particularly fond of window bird feeders and you should they be a common bird in your area you will be sure to encounter them around your garden.There is a number of birdhouse designs that you can choose from that will attract birds to your garden.  It only takes a few minutes of research to identify what birdhouses will attract which birds.  Houses made from untreated wood are amongst the favorites. Ideally the less showy the living quarters,Using window bird feeders to attract wildlife Articles the more likely you will find birds nesting in the houses you provide for them. This design is also most favored by uk birds and bluebirds.It is simple to attract wild birds to bird feeders. You will only need to create a healthy environment where they can be assured of food nourishment.  Like people birds look for homes that are safe from danger and also equipped with fresh water facilities.  If you have only recently added bird feeders to your garden it may take a couple of weeks to attract birds.  But don’t be disheartened.  They are bound to show up soon.  A good tip is to add something shiny at the bottom of the feeders as birds tend to be attracted to shiny objects.  Obviously fresh water will attract birds too as they enjoy grooming in bird baths during hot summer months.  Water fountains can be a great idea as birds love the sound of running water.  It also creates a sense of natural tranquility in your garden.  Mirrored bird feeders are loved by most birds as well because of the shine. Finding out which birds are around your area is a good way of deciding on which feeder to buy.  Commonly all birds like window bird feeders.  The key is to make your garden as attractive as possible in order to attract whichever bird specie is in your area.  Painting your bird houses with brightly colored toxin free paints will ensure that the paints won’t harm the birds and will also attract humming birds to your garden as they love bright colors and shiny mirrors.If you are undecided on where to hang or place your bird feeder you will have to consider that the most suited place will more often not be within your sights as birds tend to shy away from people.  Feeders will also need to be hung or placed near various forms of shelter such as a bird house or a cavity in trees. Try and avoid areas where there is a lot of noise as a peaceful atmosphere will likely attract more birds to your garden. Also you will need to place them out of reach from cats or various forms of rodents or the birds will not come near them. Window bird feeders should be strategically placed through out the garden to ensure the safety of birds in their natural habitat and by doing so you will be left with a wonderfully rewarding feeling.