Give Birds a Reliable Feeding Spot for Every Season
Late summer can sometimes feel quiet at backyard feeders as birds take full advantage of nature’s seasonal bounty. With insects, seeds, and berries readily available, many birds spend more time foraging naturally and less time visiting feeders.
However, this is not the time to take feeders down. Keep foundational feeders filled to reinforce consistency and let birds know a reliable food source is always nearby. Then, as natural food supplies decline, your yard will be one of the first places they return.
A great foundational feeder:
- Holds enough high-quality food to last at least four days
- Is large enough to accommodate multiple birds at once
- Is positioned where you can easily enjoy the activity
- Is easy to refill and maintain
Birds are remarkably good at remembering dependable feeding locations. When cooler temperatures arrive and natural foods begin to decline, they will return to the places they trust most. By maintaining your feeders through summer, you’re setting the stage for a busy and rewarding fall season filled with familiar visitors, migrating birds, and renewed activity.
Visit Wild Birds Unlimited to learn how the right foundational feeder can support birds now and all year long.
Participate in Feederwatch! Observe the birds and mammals outside your windows and contribute to science by joining Project FeederWatch.
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