This style of feeder works by keeping the nectar level low enough so bees, wasps, yellow jackets and hornets cannot reach the nectar while hummingbirds will be able to reach the nectar because of their long ton
Whenfeeding hummingbirds, though, you may well find that bees, wasps, andyellow jacketsare also drawn to the feeder, sometimes in numbers sufficient to scare away the hummers. Luckily, there are several measures you can take to keep these pests from ruining your chance to enjoy the beauty o...
You can either get a hummingbird feeder with a built-in ant moat, attach a guard or moat to your existing feeder or make your own. We review these options below since ants are a common problem at feeders among other pests such as bees and wasps. Ant Moats, Traps and Guards If you d...