Bird Feeders

Not all birds are created equal; and so too it is with bird feeders. Knowing what feeder will attract which birds, and why, will help you choose the right feeder for your yard. Here are some examples that may help guide you in the process.

Popular Choice Tube-type feeders such as those made by the Aspects and Droll Yankees companies are proven favorites of small perching birds like chickadees, Nuthatches and Tufted Titmice. Made of super-tough polycarbonate, these traditional feeders are engineered for easy filling and cleaning. Aspects Big Tube feeder with tray. Holds 3 pounds of birdseed. Finch Favorite In Spring and Summer, attract American Goldfinches with a separate feeder filled with niger seed. This inventive spiral design from BirdQuest is also a favorite of House Finches and chickadees. It has nine feeding ports and comes fully assembled. Finches just love this BirdQuest spiral feeder The Songview In-window feeder from The Birding Company brings birds right into your den, breakfast area or sunroom. Installs in minutes. Window Magic Yes, birds will come to feed at your window and we have many styles of feeders to choose from, including several with one-way mirrors where you can watch the birds, but they can't see you. The Galee Window Magic feeder...a favorite of cat lovers.

Classic Design While birds don't judge feeders on the basis of style points, these durable copper feeders from Conant Brass offer a classic design that will weather gracefully with time. The easy to lift roof makes refilling a breeze. The perfect gift. This thistle seed feeder will be a haven for finches, chickadees and nuthatches. Decorative Touch Sometimes, the simplest designs make the best feeders. These hand-made copper feeders with glass accents are unique yet functional. Filled with mixed seed or sunflower hearts, they will provide hours of happy dining for smaller birds with hearty appetites. This cherry design illustrates the delicate workmanship of these timeless copper pieces.

Universal Access Feeders with large platforms are particularly attractive to Cardinals, grosbeaks, bluejays and other bigger birds. They should be made from select 7/8" kiln dried white cedar and have removable screen trays to ensure proper drainage. Feeders such as this one from Wood Country attract the widest variety of birds. Copper Hopper Hopper-style feeders such as these from Woodlink hold a lot of seed, a particular advantage in Winter. Each 12 oz. copper roof is individually cut, bent, hand-fitted and glued to promote exceptional wear. We have over 25 hopper-style feeders to choose from at the store. Based on early 1900s perfume bottles, these hummingbird feeders from Parasol include a red blown-glass flower at each feeding station. Sweet Dreams Hummingbirds travel 3000 miles each spring to return to the Northeast, often to the same feeding location. You can attract hummingbirds with a combination of red, nectar-bearing flowers, such as petunias, fuchsia or impatiens, and a feeder filled with sugar water. Come to the store for details. The Oriole-Fest, the world's first feeder designed specically for Orioles.

Global Swarming This acrylic feeder attracts clinging-type birds like chickadees, finches, Nuthatches and the like. Its easy-flow funnel hopper holds 6 pounds of seed. The Cling-a-Wing feeder from Duncraft has four feeding stations. Excess Capacity Hold everything. Here's a finch feeder you'll fill only once a week. Its triple tubes hold eight pounds of thistle (niger) seed. You will be rewarded by nonstop Goldfinch activity as they compete for perch time on this sturdily constructed feeder. The Triple-tube finch feeder from Duncraft is great for weekend homeowners.

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