Birdfeeders

Thistle is one of many varieties of seed that different species of wild birds enjoy as part of their diet.  Thistle will attract all kinds of birds to a feeder; most birds that eat standard sunflower seeds will also enjoy thistle.  Thistle feeders are characterized by their unique feeding apparatuses which are small vertical slits that dispense the thistle seeds.  The thistle seed itself is much the object you would expect to fit through a slit; it’s a long cylindrical seed.  Though thistle feeders can’t often target a specific kind of bird, it is possible for birds that favor thistle to frequent your yard more often, and even to attract unique birds. 

Thistle feeders and thistle seed tend to be available at most stores that sell bird feeders or outdoor supplies.  If you’re having trouble finding a thistle feeder in your area, you might check online shops as well.