Birdfeeders

With the great variety of bird feeders on the market today, how do we choose? First, start with the basics. Make sure any bird feeder you purchase is easy to fill and easy to clean. This sounds simple, but believe me, if you buy a feeder that needs to be filled using a funnel, it won’t take long to get tired of the process. Plastic seed feeders should be reinforced with metal around the feed ports to discourage chewing squirrels. Perches should be metal or replaceable. A well constructed bird feeder can last 10 years or more. Of course, consider how the appearance of a feeder will fit into the decor of your yard. We love our copper top bird feeders for they are built to last and feed a wide variety of birds. Beware of the many very cheap bird feeders around. Your feeders will be out in the elements and must be constructed to stand up to the sun and weather. If you are willing to replace a bird feeder every couple of years, the inexpensive plastic will be fine for you. I choose the more expensive models, either for size and ease of filling, such as hopper feeders or for attractive practicality such as copper top bird feeders.