If you live in the north, fall can be a great time to continue feeding the birds, even though a majority of birds have gone south for the winter. Some of the birds that stay around for the fall and winter are Sparrows, Northern Cardinals and Blue Jays. During the fall, these birds are busy stocking up on food to get them through the winter.
A great seed to get for your fall and winter birds is the Birdlovers Thrive RX Stress/Survival Blend by FM Browns. This special blend of bird seed is formulated to give your birds the nutrients and energy they need to make it through the winter. It is a great source of protein and carbohydrates for birds.
When feeding your birds during the fall and winter, use a feeder that offers some protection from the elements, such as the Go Green Coppertop Gazebo Feeder. This feeder has a sturdy, copper roof that is great for protecting the birds from rain and snow. It is also easy to fill up with bird seed and keep clean.
Another essential item for attracting birds to your yard this fall and winter is a bird bath heater. Water is less available during the colder months and by offering birds warm water when the weather is cool, you are sure to attract birds to your yard during the winter. A great bird bath heater is the Heated Rock Bird Bath De-icer. This bird bath heater blends in nicely in your birdbath and operates only when the temperature is below 35 degrees. It is energy efficient and easy to operate.