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Yankee Flipper Squirrel Proof Birdfeeder

Good Directions Classic Perch Bird Feeder – Polished $159.99

Brome New Squirrel Buster Plus Wild Bird Feeder with Cardinal Perch Ring $146.84

Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus Wild Bird Feeder with Cardinal Perch Ring $133.24

Vintage Hendryx Silver Aluminum Metal Bird Cage Hang Plastic Feeders Wood Perch $119.99

Good Directions Classic Perch Bird Feeder-Polished 14.5″H x 9″W Weathervane NEW $115.47

NEW Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus Wild Bird Feeder Cardinal Perch Ring Feeders $110.99

Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus Wild Bird Feeder with Cardinal Perch Ring $109.95

Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus Wild Bird Feeder with Cardinal Perch Ring $109.56

Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus Wild Bird Feeder with Cardinal Perch Ring New $104.61

NEW Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus Wild Bird Feeder with Cardinal Perch Ring $99.99

Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus Wild Bird Feeder with Cardinal Perch Ring NEW! $99.97

Perky Pet Four Fountain Hummingbird Feeder with Perch Set of: 6 PP203CP $93.06

Good Directions Classic Perch Bird Feeder $85.64

New Squirrel Buster Bird Feeder w/ Cardinal Perch Ring $84.99

Brome Squirrel Buster Classic Bird Feeder,Perches & Many Surfaces for Bird Grips $69.95

Parakeet Flight Cage-Small&Medium Size Birds.Three Perches,2 Feeder Cups $69.95

BIRD PARROT CAR SEAT, PERCH, TRAVEL PERCH, CAR PERCH with FEEDER CUP! $59.95

LARGE BIRD FEEDER/STAND/PERCH W/WHEELS $55.95

FERRIS WHEEL Flame RED Glass Hummingbird Feeder PARASOL 3 Feeding Ports w/Perch $53.95

Parasol Bloom Perch Glass Hummingbird Feeder ~ 4 Different Colors $48.95

Parasol Bloom Perch Glass Hummingbird Feeder ~ 4 Different Colors $48.95

Parasol Bloom Perch Glass Hummingbird Feeder ~ 4 Different Colors $48.95

Parasol Bloom Perch Glass Hummingbird Feeder ~ 4 Different Colors $48.95

Parasol AQUA – Glass Hummingbird Feeder – BLOOM PERCH 3-Station with Perches NEW $48.95

GIFT SET Blown Glass HUMMINGBIRD Feeder Triple Bouquet with Black Frame & Perch $48.95

Parasol BLUE – Glass Hummingbird Feeder – BLOOM PERCH 3-Station with Perches NIB $48.95

Elements Bird Feeder – Branches, 4 Sided Perch $48.76

Elements Bird Feeder- Leaves, 4 Sided Perch $48.76

POT DE CREME – Flame Red Glass HUMMINGBIRD Feeder – 2-Station with Perches NIB! $46.95

CLEAR Blown Glass HUMMINGBIRD Feeder in Black Heart Metal Frame w/perch Parasol $46.95

Blue Ribbon Bird Cage w/ Extras Perch/Perches, Cup, Feeders 1/2″ Wire Space New $43.99

Meadow Vine Bird Feeder – 4 Metal Perches $40.35

LUNCH PAIL – Triple Clear Glass Hummingbird Feeder PARASOL 3-Station with Perch $39.95

Bird Perch Feeder / House w/Corn Top & Millet Post 17″ $39.95

POT DE CREME Moon & Stars – Green Glass HUMMINGBIRD Feeder Parasol with Perches $38.95

POT DE CREME Moon & Stars -Clear Blown Glass HUMMINGBIRD Feeder w/Perch Parasol $38.95

Aluminum Girl Bird Feeder with Wooden Perch $38.50

Heath HEATH152 Classic Hopper Feeder with Perch $37.10

Bird Feeder Perky Pet Wood Tin Jay Feeder W/twig Style Perches 2lb Capcty $36.95

Artline Strawberry Feeder 50 Oz-3 Perches $35.99

Echo Valley 5326 8 Perch Ocean Design Thistle Bird Feeder New Feeders Birds $35.84

NEW CLASSIC ANTIQUE STYLE BIRD SEED FEEDER LANTERN PERCH SQUIRREL PROOF PROTECT $34.99

LUNCH PAIL Blue Double Glass Hummingbird Feeder PARASOL 2-Station with Perches $34.95

Serenity Bird Seed Feeder (holds 4 lbs) – Adjustable Perches $33.60

New Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder Hanging Steel Cage & Six Feeding Slot Perches $33.59

Hanging Lantern Birdfeeder Perch Bird Seed Feeder Squirrel Proof Wire Hanger NEW $32.95

Oriole Feeder 24 oz Hand Painted Bird Nectar Glass Bottle Wire perch Included $31.95

Apple Bird Seed Feeder – 2 Feeding Stations with Perches $31.71

Peach Bird Seed Feeder – 2 Feeding Stations with Perches $31.71

Perkey Pet Wood Tin Jay Feeder with Twig Style Perches ODS50171 $31.31

Hummingbird Bird Feeders – Choosing the right one for your garden

Hummingbirds are beautiful as well as amazing to watch and many bird watchers and gardeners are keen to attract them in to their backyards. Specially designed hummingbird feeders are the best way to do this as they provide the very hard working hummingbird with an easy, quick source of food.

Hummingbirds diet consists of mostly of sugary nectar, pollen and small insects. They have a very high metabolism and need to consume lots of sugar to keep active throughout the day.

Hummingbird feeders come in a variety of colors, shapes and sizes but there are essentially two main types of bird feeders , the saucer feeder and the inverted feeder. The saucer feeder is basically a dish that is filled with a sugary liquid, hummingbirds feed on this nectar through specially designed feeding holes. The saucer feeders are often smaller (and usually cheaper) than inverted feeders and are generally easier to clean, however they need to be refilled more often and depending on their size might not be that obvious to the hummingbirds.

Inverted feeders are larger (and often more expensive) , more visible to visiting birds and don’t require regular refilling. However inverted feeders can be difficult to clean and are poor quality feeders are prone to leaking.  Although there are advantages and disadvantages for both types of feeders most people choose the inverted feeders as they tend to be more effective in attracting hummingbirds. As well as deciding on the type of feeder, consider the following factors when deciding which hummingbird feeder to purchase.

Look for a feeder that is built using some red materials. Hummingbirds are attracted to red objects and are more likely to use your feeder if it’s got a red base or tube.  Also choose a feeder that is easy to clean and refill. Hummingbird feeders should be refilled twice a week or possibly more depending on the number of Hummingbirds in your garden.  Larger feeders are generally easier to clean and there are special brushes that can help make the cleaning process easier.

Its worth investing in a feeder that has one or more perches on it. Although it is fascinating to watch a hummingbird hover while feeder it uses a lot of energy and are more likely to feed if you provide a perch for them to rest on.

The sugary liquid in your feeder will obviously attract many insects including wasps if it leaks out of the feeder.  Many feeders have built in ant and bee protectors or you can purchase them to fit your bird feeders.

Once you have got your hummingbird feeders select a visible spot that is in the sun and ideally near a flower bed. It may take a while before you see hummingbirds and a little longer before they feel confident enough to feed using your bird feeders. After a while you maybe able to bring the feeder closer to the house so you can view from a window, however do not place too close to the window otherwise the Hummingbirds may fly in to the window and injure themselves.

Once your bird feeders are in place and filled with a sweet sugary solution, sit back and wait for these beautiful birds to start feeding – it is worth all the effort when you see the Hummingbirds feeing in your backyard.

About the Author

Tom White is the owner of BirdShopper.com. BirdShopper.com stock a wide selection of bird feeders, birdhouses and bird baths to suit a variety of budgets and have been selling online since 1994. On the website you’ll also find advice on choosing bird feeders and birdhouses as well as tips on attracting birds to your backyard.