Birdfeeders

There are two different reasons to consider adding more bird feeders to the yard. If you have been lucky enough to attract so many birds that they are fighting over the available bird feeders, you should consider adding some to decrease the competition. Overcrowding at bird feeders can lead to all sorts of problems. Some birds will fight among their own while others will drive away the less aggressive birds. Soon there will be more jays and starlings than you might prefer for they will drive most other birds away. The other reason to add additional bird feeders is for variety. If you know there are orioles in your area, adding an oriole feeder is likely to encourage them to visit your yard. If you want to attract doves and quail, either putting seed on the ground or in a platform feeder will draw them in. Of course, hummingbird feeders add wonderful entertainment to any yard as these fearless little birds will come quite close to humans.