It usually doesn’t matter where you place your bird feeders if the birds are able to easily find the feeders and feed from them regularly. However, if you are having problems attracting birds to your yard, try following these steps to make your feeders more attractive to birds:
1. Try grouping feeders into feeding stations around the yard. A feeding station should consist of three or four feeders and may be placed approximately 50 feet apart.
2. Once you have set up your feeding stations, use a variety of seed and different kinds of feeders. For seed, use a seed that is sure to attract a wide range of birds and one that is likely to attract a specific bird. The Triple Tube Copper Bird Feeder is ideal for feeding birds a variety of seed. It is also a good idea to include a hummingbird feeder, an oriole feeder, or a fruit feeder.
3. Place the feeding stations near cover, such as trees or shrubs. Not only will this encourage birds to feed from the feeders because they are close to shelter from predators, but it will also protect the feeding stations from the elements. Birds are more likely to feed when they feel secure and protected from predators and weather conditions.
4. Keep your feeders in the same location throughout the year and vary the distance from your home. Birds will remember where the feeders are and will be more likely to come back year after year. Additionally, you may be able to attract shyer birds to the feeder if you have feeders at a variety of distances from your home.
5. To attract ground feeders, throw some seed on the ground near the feeder stations or use a tray-style feeder.
By following these helpful tips, you are sure to attract a variety of birds to your yard. Check out Rachel’s Robin for all of your birding needs.