Nearly all hummingbird feeders are red and this is all you need. You do not have to add red dye to the water. Some people believe the dye is harmful to the birds. All you need is white granulated sugar and water and they will come. Just be sure and clean the feeder each time you...
You will also learn how to bee proof your feeder, an easy recipe to make homemade hummingbird nectar, the best way to clean and sterilize your feeder and so much more. At the end of the article you will also find my specialfree video coursethat will teach you how to hand-feed humming...
I made our Sugar Shaker Nectar Maker® leak proof and gave it an easy to pour top. The Sugar Shaker Nectar Maker® is fast, easy to use, and easy to clean. It even has an internal ball in it to help break down the sugar as it is being shaken to make sure your hummingbird ne...
Hummingbirds get their name from the sound that their wings make when flying. When hummingbirds fly they have extremely fast wingbeats ranging from 12 to 80 beats per second. This makes their body temperature about 105 °F which helps protect its body from the cold air as it flies. Thi...
Wild Bird & Hummingbird Feeders » Organic Lawn Care & Pest Control Home Insect Control » Rodent Control » Electric Fencing Supplies » Trapping 101 In this section, Havahart® provides general live animal trapping information. You’ll find an overview of how to trap animals, different...
What Draws Ants to Hummingbird Feeders? The most popular and favorite food of hummingbirds is the flower nectar that they can get in your flowering plant in your garden. However, if you do not have enough flower nectar, you can make your homemade nectar recipe or also refer to it as ...
Squirrels are notorious pests when it comes to stealing bird food. Here are three ways to keep squirrels out of bird feeders.
Paint: A fresh coat of paint can make your birdhouse stand out. Use non-toxic, water-based paint to ensure it's safe for the birds. You can also use stencils to create patterns or designs. Roof Styles: Experiment with different roof styles. A slanted roof, a flat roof, or even a ...
This $25 art glass hummingbird feeder shows how artistic such feeders have become.JOE ODEN
A great alternative is buying or making a bird feeder with a protective rain guard built in. While you can get some feeders with little wooden roofs, others will come with a special dome that acts as an umbrella, allowing rainwater to fall right off. ...