Tips to Attract Song Birds to your Property

One of the best parts of owning a piece of forestland is waking up to the sound of songbirds in the area. No walk through the timber is complete without those melodies.

However, if you are interested in attracting specific songbirds to your property, here is some information on what type of feeder options are available, as well as the preferred seeds and foods for some native Maine songbirds.

There are a variety of feeder types, and each serves its own purpose. Certain birds prefer one type of feeder over another, therefore, it’s important to know what bird types are desired so the appropriate feeder can be purchased.

Types of Feeders

• Tray feeders are an open platform where seed can be spread.

• Hopper feeders are good for many different bird species.

• Basket feeders are great for placing suet and other large food options, rather than seeds.

• Nectar feeders are perfect for humming birds. Buying a red one will help attract these small birds.

Food for Maine Songbirds

• Goldfinches love thistle seed.

• Blue Jays and other large birds do well with Blue Seal Birder’s Secret Neat Feast bird food, which contains a large variety of different ingredients larger birds enjoy.

• Hummingbirds enjoy nectar, which can be purchased in pet stores, but it is simpler and less expensive to make it yourself. It requires 4 cups of water mixed with 1 cup of sugar.

Do a little research and find out more detailed information about the birds you want around your home. The effort will pay off in beautiful songs.