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NEW BIRDING PRODUCTS

Bird Feeders for every type of bird that would

visit your yard.

  "FIRST NATURE" SEED SELECTOR POLY FEEDER *Patented seed selector ring includes new J-perch base with rain guard seed ring *Easy to fill and clean *Includes "S" hook for hanging *5 lb. capacity 8196222
   "FIRST NATURE" POLY SUNFLOWER FEEDER IN LANTERN STYLE *Holds 4 to 5 lbs. of seed *Patented feeder design allows all sizes of birds to feed easily yet minimizes sunflower seed loss *Rain guard protects seed from weather 8196230
 

"HAYES" AVANT YARDE KINGSLEY FEEDER *8" x 8" x 25" *2 lb. 6 oz. seed capacity *Restoration bronze with clear plastic  8196107

 
 

"HEATH" BLACK FOREST BIRD FEEDER Holds 4 lbs. of mixed seed Includes hang chain Easy to load and clean Metal  8196008

 

"NORTH STATES" REDWOOD FEEDER Medium 2 lb. capacity Small hopper redwood feeder Clear, poly colonial pattern windowpanes on two sides Slide-up roof for filling Hanging cord attached  8196263

 
 

 

"PERKY-PET" TIN JAY WOOD BIRD FEEDER Holds 2 lbs. of seed Twig style aluminum perches Attached seed tray Cedar wood construction Hanging wire hanger Easy to fill and clean 8196172

 

"NORTH STATES" SMALL BARN BIRD FEEDER Holds 5 lbs. of regular sunflower or thistle seed Can be pole mounted (pole sold separately) or as a hanging feeder with attached cable Easily fill with seed through lift-off cupola Features durable design and 3 year guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship 8203382

 

"OPUS" WINDOW TUBE BIRD FEEDER 2-1/2" dia. x 8" long Six feeding stations 2 lb. seed capacity Includes seed catcher tray and two suction cups 83385

 

"HERITAGE FARMS" ABSOLUTE SQUIRREL PROOF BIRD FEEDER Durable, power-coated steel body Seed saver baffle Capacity 15 lbs. (2.5 gal.) Select hardwood perch Includes hanger, post bracket & poles 8002636

  "PERKY PET" POLY WINDOW BIRD FEEDER Mounting hardware included Crystal clear design makes bird watching easier Holds 1 cup of any variety of seed.  Easy to fill and clean  8194252
   "DUNCRAFT" PLANTFORM BIRD FEEDER 11-3/4" x 14-3/4" x 1-3/4" Holds 1 lb of sunflower seed Can also be used for fruit Squirrel proof-made of nylon & high strength plastic Squirrel blocker screen system lets birds feed stops squirrels Hanging wire included Built-in post mount (for 1" dia post, not included) Excellent drainage, easy to clean 8110645
 

"HEATH PLATFORM FEEDER Attracts all birds Also can be used to feed critters For corn cob and bird seed Redwood 8196016

  'WILDWOOD FARM" SQUIRREL MUNCH BOX Squirrel lifts lid to get food Attached to tree, fence or deck Redwood 8012452
 

"HOMESTEAD" STOP-A-SQUIRREL BIRD FEEDER 1-1/2 gal. seed capacity Steel Adjustable spring restricts large birds and squirrels Can be hung, pole or post mounted Clear window Green    81057

   

"DUNCRAFT" SQUIRREL BLOCKER SELECTIVE BIRD FEEDER Keeps feed out of squirrel's reach to attract more birds Tube feeder w/fencing Perching space for lots of birds Durable all metal construction  8161648

 

"NORTH STATES" LARGE HOPPER FEEDER 7 lb. capacity Decorative eased edge styling Slide-up roof for filling Hanging cord attached Clear, colonial pattern window panes on two sides Cedar 8196578

 
 

"NORTH STATES" LOG CABIN FEEDER Holds 5 lbs. of regular sunflower or thistle seed Can be pole mounted (pole sold separately) or as a hanging feeder with attached cable Easily fill with seed through lift-off cupola Features durable design and 3 year guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship   8203390

 
 

"PERKY-PET" GARDEN LANTERN BIRD FEEDER Affordable attractive poly lantern design 2 lb. seed capacity Easy to disassemble & clean Easy to use & fill Can be hung or pole mounted  8161820

 

"NORTH STATES" HANGING BIRD FEEDER Redwood 8"W x 6-3/4" H x 6"D Holds 2 lbs. of seed Clear plastic lenses on two sides Rope included Slide up roof for filling 81046

 

   

"NORTH STATES" CHALET REDWOOD FEEDER Small 2 lb. capacity Small hopper redwood feeder Clear, poly colonial pattern window panes on two sides Slide-up roof for filling Hanging cord attached 8196271

   

"HAYES" BARN STAR WOOD BIRD FEEDER 5.7" x 7.6" x 9.4" 2 lb. 4 oz. seed capacity Decorative barn star feeder is hand painted in antique cherry red finish with a natural wood roof Durable weather resistant finish Ventilation holes keep seed fresh  8203507

   

"OPUS" HANGING TUBE FINCH FEEDER 2-1/2" dia. x 14" long Six feeding stations 2 lb. thistle seed capacity Includes seed catcher tray  83379

   "AUDUBON" THISTLE 8-PORT TUBE FEEDER Holds 2 lbs. of bird food Ports are continuous, which prevent squirrels from pulling ports out Easy open lid for filling and cleaning Lid and base are made from heavy duty PVC to resist weather and fading Cylinder is made from heavy acrylic to resist damage from dropping  8195976
   "PERKY-PET" WILD BIRD FEEDER 8 station, 18" tube Holds 1-1/2 lb of sunflower seed or mix Includes domed cap, wire bail Clear plastic with red plastic cap  8002719
  "AUDUBON" CAGED TUBE FEEDER Holds up to 2 lbs. of bird food Allows birds in to feed, but keeps squirrels, raccoons and other pests from accessing feeder Easy open feature allows for easy filling and cleaning of feeder Powder coated to withstand any climate Made with weatherproof hardware Green  8203473
 

"PERKY-PET" SQUIRREL-B-GONE WILD BIRD FEEDER Holds 3.4 lbs. seed. Features 6 feeding ports that allow birds to feed normally, but closes with a squirrels weight on the perch or any part of the sliding, outer protective metal frame With the squirrel's weight on the feeder, the leaves cover the feeding ports, preventing it from feeding. 8123697

 

"WOODSTREAM" TRIPLE TUBE FEEDER Triple tube feeder with select-a-seed ports and select-a-bird perches 10.5 lb. capacity Ports easily rotate for thistle or wild seed 24 feeding ports Includes seed tray  8214678

  "AUDUBON" SEED 6-PORT TUBE FEEDER Holds 2 lbs. of bird food *Ports are continuous, which prevent squirrels from pulling ports out Easy open lid for filling and cleaning Lid and base are made from heavy duty PVC to resist weather and fading Cylinder is made from heavy acrylic to resist damage from dropping 8195984
   "HAYES" AVANT YARDE OVERBROOK CAGE BIRD FEEDER 8" x 8" x 11" *2 lb. 12 oz. seed capacity Dark antique copper with iridescent green seedy glass 8196115
 

"WOODSTREAM" BIRD SHELTER FEEDER Squirrel proof feeder with shelter baffle Holds 3.5 lbs. of seed Clear plastic cover to protect birds Weight activated seed protection keeps squirrels from eating  8214744

   "PERKY PET" COPPER TOP 2 IN 1 WILD/THISTLE SEED FEEDER W/ REVERSIBLE PORTS 1.8lb seed capacity *Attractive copper plated ports and top Includes seed tray Exclusive reversible ports for wild or thistle seed simply by turning the ports by hand. Heavy-duty resin tube prevents squirrel damage For any type of seed  8190597
  "NORTH STATES" SUPER BIRD FEEDER Hang or pole mount 14" seed tray  16" squirrel baffle, holds 10 to 12 lbs. Three acrylic chambers Nine stations Squirrel resistant  Easy-fill revolving top Black with clear tubes Includes hang hook 8013468

 

  "AUDUBON" SEED TUBE FEEDER Holds 2 lbs. of food Ports are screwed together, preventing squirrels from pulling ports out to gain access to seed Lid and base are made from heavy duty metal for years of use and are powder coated to resist weather Cylinder is made from heavy acrylic to resist damage from dropping  Green 8167272
 

"OPUS" HANGING TUBE BIRD FEEDER 2-1/2" dia. x 16" long Six feeding stations 2 lb. seed capacity Includes seed catcher tray  83380

 

"PERKY-PET" SIERRA 2 IN 1 BIRD FEEDER Holds 1.8 lbs of seed Product comes fully assembled Optional thistle ports included to change seed feeding Easy to fill and clean 8168841

  NORTH STATES" SUNFLOWER/ PEANUT BIRD FEEDER Holds approximately 2 lbs. of sunflower seed Fill through lift up hex shaped top Attracts a variety of birds including woodpeckers Hanging rope included   8167165 
   "NORTH STATES" TWO-WAY SQUIRREL BAFFLE 15-3/4" dia. Free swinging inverted-bowl Used as hanging baffle or with pole Fits poles 1/2" to 1-1/4" O.D. *Black 84514
   

"KAYTEE" FINCH FEEDER SOCK Nyger thistle seed For feeding wrens and small songbirds Pk/2 8137515

   

"KAYTEE" SUPER FINCH SOCK 25 oz. Holds Nyjer seed Finches love the soft cotton mesh for easy feeding Eye-catching packaging design grabs attention at retail  8198616

  "PERKY-PET" UPSIDE DOWN BIRD FEEDER Holds 2 lb. of thistle seed or finch mix 18" tube Dome keeps seed dry 6 upside down ports and perches Wire bail 8013807

   "AUDUBON" PEANUT/BLACK OIL TUBE FEEDER Holds up to 1 lb. of bird food Screen tube allows birds to feed from all sides of the feeder Screen is powder coated to resist weather Lid and base are made from heavy duty metal and are powder coated to resist weather Cylinder is made from heavy gage wire preventing damage 8196644
 

"AUDUBON" THISTLE TUBE FEEDER Holds 2 lbs. of bird food Ports are screwed together, preventing squirrels from pulling ports out to gain access to seed  Lid and base are made from heavy duty metal for years of use  Lid and base are powder coated to resist weather Cylinder is made from heavy acrylic to resist damage from dropping Green 8167264

   "PERKY-PET" THISTLE FINCH FEEDER 8 station Weather resistant 18" tube Domed cap wire hanging bail Clear plastic with red plastic cap 2 lb. capacity  8002701
    "KAYTEE" FINCH FEEDER STATION *EZ fill sock feeding system attracts flocks of finches *Unique designer sock holds more feed to stay filled longer *Holds over 7 lbs. of finch feed *Easy to clean - all parts are machine washable *Includes 2 extra bonus socks (4 socks total) 8215097
   

"KAYTEE" STRAIGHT FINCH STATION REPLACEMENT SOCKS 18" refillable mesh socks Soft mesh socks make it easy for birds to take hold and enjoy their food Use with Kaytee finch station Ace No. 8215071 and 8215097 Pack of 4  8215089

 

Yankee Tipper  Sturdy stainless steel wire - will not rust. Metal powder coated cap fits snugly on tube - squirrels cannot pry off. 4¾" UV stabilized polycarbonate tube - won't yellow with age, dependably durable. 21" long tube - squirrels can't reach seed from the top of feeder Interior baffle design - seed flows freely to seed ports.  4 seed port - provide optimum feeding positioning  Large capacity - holds 5 lbs. of seed.  Holds More Birds and Saves Seed. Weight sensitive collapsing tray tips down under the weight of a grey squirrel. Powder coated in midnight black everything looks good in black. 

   Yankee Dipper Sturdy stainless steel wire - will not rust. Metal powder coated cap fits snugly on tube - squirrels cannot pry off.  4¾" UV stabilized polycarbonate tube - won't yellow with age, dependably durable.  21" long tube - squirrels can't reach seed from the top of feeder.  Interior baffle design - seed flows freely to seed ports. 4 seed port - provide optimum feeding positioning. Large capacity - holds 5 lbs. of seed. Perches Cardinals Prefer.  Weight sensitive collapsing perches support birds not squirrels. Powder coated in evening blue, a classic backyard color
  Yankee Whipper Sturdy stainless steel wire - will not rust. Metal powder coated cap fits snugly on tube - squirrels cannot pry off. 4¾" UV stabilized polycarbonate tube - won't yellow with age, dependably durable. 21" long tube - squirrels can't reach seed from the top of feeder. Interior baffle design - seed flows freely to seed ports. 4 seed port - provide optimum feeding positioning. Large capacity - holds 5 lbs. of seed. Weight sensitive collapsing perch rods are calibrated for small birds to eat, red squirrels, grackles and starlings meet defeat. Straight perch is a tried and true design. Powder coated in burgundy looks beautiful in a natural setting

BIRD FOODS

 

"NATURE'S DEFENSE" WILD BIRD FOOD 10 lb. Exclusive KayKote supplement is scientifically formulated to help support immune system function KayKote contains: garlic, ginger, Echinacea, star anise, antioxidant vitamins, amino acid, trace minerals, herbs, and herb extracts Helps to support effective immune system Helps to promote healthy feathers, skin andbones Helps to improve general bird health Backed by avian veterinarians 8198665   

  "ACE" WILD BIRD FOOD 20 lb. bag Contains: 28% white millet,39% Milo, 4% oil sunflower, 20% cracked corn, 7% wheat, and 2% vitamin/mineral/oil Vitamins and minerals have been added to the mix Helps wild birds through long winters and times of stress brought on by breeding and migration 81995
 

"ACE" BETTER QUALITY WILD BIRD SEED 50 lb. paper bag 18% millet, 39% milo, 4% oil sunflower, 30% cracked corn, 7% wheat, 2% vitamin nutrient 81119

 

"ACE" BLACK OIL SUNFLOWER SEED 40 lb. 100% black oil sunflower seed High in oil and content to provide birds with high energy and warmth in the winter 98% clean Attracts cardinals, chickadees, nuthatches, finches (all types) and grosbeaks  8224024

  "ACE" BLACK OIL SUNFLOWER SEED 20 lb. 100% black oil sunflower seed High in oil and content to provide birds with high energy and warmth in the winter 98% clean Attracts cardinals, chickadees, nuthatches, finches (all types) and grosbeaks  81121
 

"KAYTEE" WILD BIRD BELL 1 lb. Contains white millet, oil, sunflower, red millet, milo, gelatin, honey and dextrose Honey and gelatin binder 81081

  "KAYTEE" BACKYARD WILDLIFE FEED 5 lb polybag Specially formulated to attract a wide variety of wildlife such as chipmunks, rabbits and squirrels Fortified with essential nutrients that may be lacking from their natural diets Contains: Oats, wheat, corn, milo, striped sunflower, millet, frosted flakes, and wrinkled peas 8062606
 

"C & S" SWEET CORN SQUIRREL LOG From sweet corn flour Doesn't spoil like corn Fits most squirrel feeders  8104572

 
 

"KAYTEE" NYJER SEED Premier seed for attracting many varieties of finches and smaller songbirds High oil content 3 lbs.  81076

 

"KAYTEE" CRACKED CORN 4 lbs Attracts: Blue Jay, Mourning Dove, Red-Bellied Woodpecker, Eastern Bluebird, Duck, Goose, Pheasant, Squirrel, & Chipmunk 100% cracked corn Considered a heat food because of its high oil content & is best used during winter months For game birds and small animals Preferred feeder: large platform feeder or scattered in small piles directly on the ground 81079

 

"KAYTEE" WILD BIRD SUNFLOWER SEED 3 lbs. 100% sunflower hearts & sunflower chips No shells 8006579

 

"KAYTEE" WILD FINCH FOOD 3 lbs. Canary grass seed, nyger seed, rape seed, white millet, yellow millet, red millet and flax seed   81078 

 C & S" PEANUT FLAVORED NUGGETS 27 oz New peanut nugget formulation will be a favorite of suet, fruit & insect eating birds Combines high energy suet with nuts Nuggets can be used in traditional feeders & mixed with seed, or in traditional platform feeders Attracts song birds Resealable bag to maintain freshness  8110629
 

"VALLEY SPLENDOR" STRIPED SUNFLOWER SEED 4 lb. For cardinals and other large songbirds 81025

 
 

"VALLEY SPLENDOR" BLACK OIL SUNFLOWER SEED 2 lb. 100% black oil sunflower seed High in oil and content to provide birds with high energy and warmth in the winter 99% clean 83193 

 

"KAYTEE" BEST QUALITY WILD BIRD SEED Fortified with the essential vitamins, minerals and amino acids For year round feeding 29% millet, 29% milo, 7% oil sunflower, 22.4% cracked corn, 10.6% wheat and 2% vitamin nutrient 10 Lb.  83592

 

"KAYTEE" PREMIUM SONG BIRD SEED Whole peanuts, black oil sunflower seed, striped sunflower seed and sunflower hearts Fortified with vitamins, minerals and amino acids  7 lb. 81053

 

"KAYTEE" BIRDER'S BLEND BIRD SEED 8 lb. poly bag Contains safflower seeds Can be used year round 8062614

 
  "KAYTEE" CARDINAL SEED Oil sunflower & safflower seeds  7 lbs.  8006553
   "VALLEY SPLENDOR" CORN COBS 5 lb. Ideal treats for squirrels Reduce competition for food in your backyard bird feeders 8209892
  Lyric Cardinal Food  Birds with prominent, seed-cracking bills, commonly called grosbeaks, easily crack in-shell seeds like sunflower, safflower and buckwheat.  These seeds preclude smaller birds with finer bills yet attract larger, colorful jays and cardinals. Mix contains Black Oil Sunflower Seed, Striped Sunflower Seed, Safflower Seed, Buckwheat. Available in 3.75 lb bag (8247553) & 18 lb bag (8247934)
  Lyric Chickadee Food  Chickadees, nuthatches and titmice tend to forage together in mixed flocks.  They dwell in trees, and they relish sunflower seeds and tree nuts. Mix contains Black Oil Sunflower Seed, Shelled Peanuts, Striped Sunflower Seed, Sunflower Kernels, Tree Nut Pieces. Available in 4 lb bags (8247942)
  Lyric Delite Food Many people are reluctant to feed during the warm months because the seed germinates and causes a gardening nightmare. Resolve the problem by changing your ixture. Delite is waste-free, mess-free and weed-free.  It's a great value, because you don't pay for the shells. Available in 5 lb bags (8277959) and 20 lb bags (8248049)
  Lyric Finch Food In spring, flocks of goldfinches shed their dull feathers for a bright gold plummage, and the backyard springs alive with sight, sound and fragrance.  Attract these brilliant little birds with seeds suited to the preferences and their bill size.  Mix contains Sunflower Kernels, Small Golden Millet, Nyjer Seed, Canary Seed, Canola Seed. Available in 5 lb (8248205) and 20lb Bags (8248056)
  Lyric Supreme Supreme offers the very best gourmet ingredients plus an assortment of preferred seeds and tree nut pieces.  The mix contains White Proso Milet, Black Oil Sunflower Seed, Cracked Corn, Shelled Peanuts, Striped Sunflower Seed, Safflower Seed, Sunflower Kernels, Tree Nut Pieces, Small Golden Millet, Nyjer Seed, Canary Seed. Available in 4.5 lb bags (8248296) and 20 lb bags (8248544)

NATIONAL AUDUBON SOCIETY BIRD SEEDS

National Audubon Society Bird Seeds never contain fillers or adders. 

 They are the perfect blend to attracted birds to your yard.

   CARDINAL BIRDSEED 7 lb. Blend of striped sunflower, black oil sunflower and safflower seed*Attracts premium quality species of small and large birds 8198731

   SUNFLOWER CHIPS BIRDSEED 7 lb. Packed with high energy and is mess free Attracts premium quality species of birds 8198707
  SUPREME BIRDSEED 5 lb. Wild bird food blend including oil sunflower, striped sunflower, safflower, peanut pieces, whit millet, and cracked corn Reduces waste from feeder Higher quality ingredients provides added energy to birds  8198673
  CRITTER BIRDSEED 7 lb. Distracts squirrels from the main feeders Attracts squirrels, rabbits, chipmunks, etc. 8198764
  SUNFLOWER MELODY BIRDSEED 7 lb. Heart blend of oil sunflower, sunflower chips, white millet, stripe sunflower, peanut pieces and safflower Attracts premium quality species of small and large birds 8198715
  WOODPECKER BIRDSEED 5 lb. Blend of sunflowers and peanuts Attracts a variety of woodpecker species 8198772
   NO WASTE DELIGHT BIRDSEED 5 lb. Blend of sunflower hearts, peanuts and white millet Designed to attract a wide variety of premium birds without leaving messy shells in the lawn or on the deck or patio  8198798
  CHICKADEE & NUTHATCH BIRDSEED 5 lb. Blend of sunflower, sunflower hearts, white millet, peanuts, stripe sunflower, and tree nuts 8198780
 

CHERRY COBBLER BIRDSEED 5 lb. Blend includes black oil sunflower, sunflower chips, raisins, cherries, and hulled pumpkin seeds Attracts premium quality species of birds   8198756

    "NATIONAL AUDUBON SOCIETY" CARDINAL BIRDSEED 20 lb. Blend of striped sunflower, black oil sunflower and safflower seed Attracts premium quality species of small and large birds Contains no fillers or adders  8198749
    "NATIONAL AUDUBON SOCIETY" SUPREME BIRDSEED 40 lb. Wild bird food blend including oil sunflower, striped sunflower, safflower, peanut pieces, whit millet, and cracked corn Reduces waste from feeder Higher quality ingredients provides added energy to birds Contains no fillers or adders  8198699
   NATIONAL AUDUBON SOCIETY" SUPREME BIRDSEED 20 lb. Wild bird food blend including oil sunflower, striped sunflower, safflower, peanut pieces, white millet, and cracked corn Reduces waste from feeder Higher quality ingredients provides added energy to birds Contains no fillers or adders  8198681

 

 

 

SUET AND SUET FEEDER

 
    "HEATH" DOUBLE BASKET WOODPECKER FEEDER Holds 2 suet cakes Designed for woodpeckers but attracts all suet eating birds Redwood 8196040
   "C & S" BACK TO BACK SUET BASKET 2-1/2" x 5" x 5" Plastic coated wire basket with chain hanger Holds two suet cakes or fruit or bread  80908
    "HEATH" SUET BIRDFEEDER Decorative metal suet feeder/basket Copper painted oak leaf design Holds a single suet or seed cake Hangs from chain and has easy open front  8168874

 

   "C & S" BEERY TREAT SUET MIX 11-75 oz. Contains rendered beef suet, sunflower, white millet, corn and processed berries Attracts large variety of birds 8003592
    "C & S" PARTY MIX SUET 11 oz. Beef suet, whole raisins and roasted peanuts For fruit eating birds in winter  80860
   "C & S" ORANGE DELIGHT SUET MIX 11.75 oz. No-melt Beef suet, peanuts, corn and orange flavoring Attracts orioles and other fruit eating birds  8003584
   "C & S" HIGH ENERGY SUET DOUGH WITH PEANUTS 11.75 oz.. No-melt Beef suet, corn, peanuts & other grains 80799

 

 

 

Hanging Bird Baths

  "FIRST NATURE" POLY BIRD BATH *Holds 100 oz. of water *4 watering stations *Capable of hanging or mounting *Light blue color 8196248 
 

"AUDUBON" WREN HOUSE 1" opening to attract wrens Made from Grade 1 cedar Assembled with weatherproof screws to hold up in all weather Durable cable to suspend from branch or hanger Audubon wren house is ornithological correct and approved by the National Audubon Society for maximum performance and attraction of birds   8203481

   

"NORTH STATES" BAT HOUSE Cedar construction Three compartments to accommodate 20-25 bats Easy mount to trees, house or fence post "Bat facts" label to help educates consumers completely assembled 8035735

   

"NORTH STATES" DELUXE HIGH- RISE BLUEBIRD HOUSE 6.5"L x 7"W x 14"H *1/2" thick Towering tiered roof construction Sliding front panel makes for easy cleaning Includes holes for ventilation and for mounting to tree or post 85077

 

BACKYARD BIRD FEEDING CHART

Bird

Food Preference

Feeder

ACE Suggested Food

Nothern Cardinal

Sunflower, safflower, peanuts, insects, cracked corn, white millet, white bread, melon seeds, raisins

Prefers the ground and low tray or post feeders, will come to a tube feeder with a tray

 

Kaytee Cardinals, Kaytee Birders’ Blend, LYRIC Cardinal Wild Bird Food, Kaytee Wild Bird Food

Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Sunflower, safflower, grape jelly, sugar water, insects, peanut hearts, raisins

Tray and post feeders, hanging feeders with perches, tube feeders with trays

Kaytee Premium Black Oil Sunflower, Kaytee Striped Sunflower Seed, Kaytee Nutty Nugget Blend

Indigo Bunting

Red and white millet, chopped peanuts, pecan meats, insects, thistle seed

Prefers the ground; will come to tray, hanging feeders

Kaytee Cracked Corn, Kaytee Nyjer Seed, Kaytee Finch Feeder, Kaytee Wild Finches, Kaytee Waste Free

Evening Grosbeak

Sunflower, safflower, insects, apple seeds, peanuts, wheat, sorghum, melon seeds

High post, hanging and tube feeders

Kaytee Premium Black Oil Sunflower, Kaytee Striped Sunflower Seed, Kaytee Safflower Seed, Kaytee Songbirds, Kaytee Birder’s Blend

Purple Finch

Sunflower, afflower, thistle, insects, peanuts, suet mixtures, white and red millet

High post, hanging and tube feeders

Kaytee Wild Finches, Kaytee Birder’s Blend, Kaytee Waste Free, Kaytee Nut & Berry Blend, LYRIC Finch Wild Bird Food

House Finch

Sunflower, thistle, white millet, fruits, nutmeats, insects, suet and suet mixtures

Thistle, tube post and window feeders, the ground

 

Kaytee Premium Black Oil Sunflower, Kaytee Wild Finches, Kaytee Birders' Blend, Kaytee Waste Free, LYRIC Finch Wild Bird Food

Pine Grosbeak

Mountain ash berries, cranberries, pine seeds, sunflower, apple slices, samaras of ash and maple, insects

Feed must be out in the open on the ground or in a tray 

Kaytee Striped Sunflower Seed, Kaytee Safflower Seed, Kaytee Songbirds

Common Redpoll

Hulled sunflower, thistle, suet, insects, white bread

Post, hanging, tube, thistle and window feeders, the ground

 

Kaytee Nyjer Seed, Kaytee Finch Feeder, Kaytee Wild Finches, Kaytee Wild Cardinals, LYRIC Finch Wild Bird Food

Pine Siskin

Thistle, hulled sunflower, white millet, insects, ashes, salt

Tube, thistle, window and post feeders 

Kaytee Premium Black Oil Sunflower, Kaytee Nyjer Seed, Kaytee Finch Feeder, Kaytee Wild Finches, LYRIC Finch Wild Bird Food

American Goldfinch

Thistle, hulled sunflower, sunflower, insects, weed seeds, cracked nutmeats

Thistle, window, tube, post and hanging feeders

Kaytee Sunflower Hearts & Chips, Kaytee Nyjer Seed, LYRIC Finch Wild Bird Food

White-Winged and Red Crossbill

Sunflower, thistle, nutmeats, pine seeds, insects, salt, doughnuts

Thistle, post, hanging and tube feeders, the ground

Kaytee Birders' Blend, Kaytee Chickadee & Nuthatch, Kaytee Nut & Berry Blend, Kaytee Nut & Raisin Blend, Kaytee Songbirds 

 

Bird

Food Preference

Feeder

ACE Suggested Food

 Common Crow   

Corn, suet, white bread, meat scraps, grain, eggs and young of other birds, carrion, insects

Suet feeders, low feeders, the ground

 

Black-capped Chickadee

Sunflower, safflower, suet and suet mixtures, peanuts, thistle, peanut butter, insects, sugar water, pie crust

All types of feeders, the ground

Kaytee Wild Bird Food, Kaytee Sunflower Hearts & Chips, LYRIC® Chickadee Wild Bird Food

Tufted Titmouse

Sunflower, suet and suet mixtures, nutmeats, baked goods, cornbread, cookie crumbs, insects, sugar water

Prefers small hanging and log feeders, tray and hummingbird feeders, the ground 

Kaytee Songbirds, Kaytee Nut & Berry Blend, LYRIC® Chickadee Wild Bird Food 

White-breasted Nuthatch

Sunflower, safflower, suet and suet mixtures, peanuts, peanut butter, insects, pumpkin seeds

Almost all feeders, including suet, ground, hanging, post, window and peanut feeders

Kaytee Premium Black Oil Sunflower, Kaytee Birders' Blend, Kaytee Waste Free, LYRIC® Chickadee Wild Bird Food

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sunflower, suet and suet mixtures, peanuts, nutmeats, melon seeds, pine seeds, insects

Suet , peanut, hanging and platform feeders

Kaytee Birders' Blend, Kaytee Waste Free, Kaytee Nutty Nugget Blend, Kaytee Nut & Berry Blend,  LYRIC® Chickadee Wild Bird Food

Brown Creeper

Suet and suet mixtures, peanut butter, peanut hearts, insects, boiled potato

Feed should be placed in bark crevices 

 

Gray Catbird

Raisins, currants, peanut butter, insects, banana, peanuts, cottage cheese, apples, jelly, suet 

Suet, tray, hanging and hummingbird feeders, the ground 

 

Brown Thrasher

Cracked corn, suet and suet mixtures, raisins, peanuts, white bread, sunflower, doughnuts, orange halves, white and red millet, insects, cornbread

Prefers the ground, but will also come to low tray or platform feeders.

 

American Robin

Worms, insects, apple slices, raisins, grapes, raspberries, bread, cherries, cottage cheese, cooked spaghetti, strawberries 

The ground, low post or tray feeders (if it comes at all)

 

Eastern Bluebird

Peanuts, pecan meats, suet and suet mixtures, white bread, raisins, cornbread, insects, baked apple, berries, cottage cheese

Suet, window, tray and post feeders; some hanging feeders

 

Bird

Food Preference

Feeder Type

ACE Suggested Food

Golden-crowned Kinglet & Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Suet and suet mixtures, insects, peanut butter, cracked corn, doughnuts, cornbread 

Almost any type of feeder 

 

Cedar Waxwing

Insects, berries, raisins, apple slices

Tray feeder (if it comes at all)

 

European Starling

Suet and suet mixtures, white bread, peanuts, peanut butter, cracked corn, hulled sunflower, cheese, insects, apples. Baked goods

Almost any type of feeder 

 

Orange-crowned, Cape May, Yellow-rumped, Pine Warblers

Sugar water, suet and suet mixtures, peanut butter, chopped nutmeats, insects, grape jelly, peanuts, orange and apple halves, baked goods, raisins, cornmeal 

Tray, post, suet, hummingbird and small hanging feeders

 

House Sparrow

Hulled sunflower, cracked corn, white and red millet, insects, wheat

Prefers the ground, will come to low tray feeders or tube feeders with trays

Kaytee Wild Bird Food

Eastern & Western Meadowlark

White millet, cracked corn, sunflower, wheat, oats, barley, insects, sorghum 

Rarely attracted to feeders, but may visit feed spread on the ground or in slight elevated tray feeders 

 

Red-winged Blackbird

Insects, cracked corn, white millet, sunflower, white bread, rice, thistle, safflower 

Prefers the ground; has learned to use most feeders 

 

Northern Oriole

Insects, fruits, nectar, grape jelly, white and red millet, orange halves, grapes, cooked raisins, sugar water (four parts water, one part sugar) 

Oriole and jelly feeders, hummingbird feeders with bee guards removed

Kaytee Songbirds 

Common Grackle

Sunflower, peanuts, white bread, corn, wheat, oats, barley, white and red millet, suet, insects, grubs 

Hanging, post and tray feeders, the ground 

 

Brown-headed Cowbird

Cracked corn, rice, white millet, sunflower, peanuts, cornbread, white bread, insects, sorghum, pecan meats 

On the ground in the open; large, open tray feeders, small hanging feeders 

 

Scarlet Tanager

Sliced apple, banana, cherries, sugar water, jelly, raisins, suet, cornbread, pie crust, white and brown sugar, insects

Tray, suet, hummingbird and window (tray) feeders, the ground

Kaytee Songbirds 

Rufous-Sided Towhee

Sunflower, white and red millet, thistle, rolled oats, grapes, barley, white bread, insects, suet and suet mixtures

Prefers the ground near brush or a brush pile, tray on low posts

Kaytee Premium Black Oil Sunflower, Kaytee Cracked Corn, LYRIC Snowbird Wild Bird Food

Dark-Eyed Junco

White and red millet, cracked corn, hulled sunflower, insects, white bread, peanuts, Sorghum

Loves the ground, but also likes low tray feeders 

Kaytee Sunflower Hearts & Chips, Kaytee Waste Free, Kaytee Nut & Raisin Blend, LYRIC Snowbird Wild Bird Food 

American Tree Sparrow

 

Hulled sunflower, white millet, white bread, insects, cracked corn

Prefers the ground,  also likes open tray, post hangers, some hanging feeders with trays

Kaytee Wild Bird Food, Kaytee Songbirds, Kaytee Waste Free, LYRIC Supreme Wild Bird Food

Chipping Sparrow

Insects, cornbread, hulled sunflower, peanut hearts, white bread, cracker crumbs, bakery products, grass seeds white and red millet

Prefers the ground, but will also visit low tray feeders 

Kaytee Wild Bird Food, LYRIC Supreme Wild Bird Food 

White-Throated/ White-Crowned Sparrow
 

White and red millet, cracked corn, hulled sunflower, thistle, insects, peanut hearts, white bread

Prefers the ground, but will visit low tray feeders 

Kaytee Wild Bird Food, LYRIC Snowbird Wild Bird Food

Fox Sparrow

Sunflower, white millet, suet, doughnuts, white bread, cracked corn, insects

Almost always feeds on the ground

Kaytee Wild Bird Food, LYRIC Supreme Wild Bird Food

Song Sparrow

Sunflower, sorghum, white millet, thistle, peanut hearts, walnut meats, white bread, insects

Prefers the ground, but will also visit low tray feeders

Kaytee Wild Bird Food, LYRIC Snowbird Wild Bird Food

Ring-Necked Pheasant   

Corn, sunflower, wheat, safflower, oats, barley, sorghum, insects 

Feed should be thrown on the ground or in an area clear of snow 

 

Ducks & Geese

Corn, wheat, acorns, pond weeds, insects, bread

Feed should be placed on the ground

 

Purple Martin, Tree & Barn Swallow

Flying insects, hicken eggshells (crushed)

 Place the egg shells on the ground or in an open tray feeder

Kaytee Wild Bird Food, Kaytee Songbirds, Kaytee Waste Free

Mourning Dove

Cracked corn, white and red millet, safflower, thistle, wheat

Prefers the ground, will come to low tray/post feeders

Kaytee Cracked Corn, LYRIC Snowbird Wild Bird Food 

Rock Dove

White bread, corn, white and red millet, rice, grain

Low tray feeders, the ground 

Kaytee Wild Bird Food, Kaytee Premium Black Oil Sunflower, Kaytee Striped Sunflower Seed, Kaytee Safflower Seed, LYRIC Supreme Wild Bird Food 

Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Flower nectar, insects, sugar water (four parts water, one part sugar) 

Hanging and window hummingbird feeders 

 

Northern Flicker

Suet, fat mixtures, meat scraps, ants, cracked walnuts and pecans, orange and apple slices, corn, cherries, grapes, white bread

Suet feeders which are attached to tree trunks, log and hanging feeders 

 

Pileated Woodpecker

Suet and suet mixtures, peanuts, cracked corn, insects, ants, hamburger

Suet and tray feeders fastened to tree trunks 

Kaytee Cracked Corn, Kaytee Woodpeckers, Kaytee Nut & Berry Blend, LYRIC Woodpecker Wild Bird Food

Red-Bellied Woodpecker

Suet and suet mixtures, cheese, raisins, cracked corn, peanuts, sunflower, orange and apple halves, sugar water, insects. 

Suet, platform, post, hanging and hummingbird feeders 

Kaytee Cracked Corn, Kaytee Woodpeckers, LYRIC Woodpecker Wild Bird Food 

Red-Headed Woodpecker

Sunflower, cracked corn, raisins, bread, nutmeats, suet, insects, sugar water

Suet, log and tray feeders, the ground

Kaytee Songbirds, Kaytee Woodpeckers, Kaytee Nutty Nugget Blend, Kaytee Nut & Berry Blend, LYRIC Woodpecker Wild Bird Food

Yellow-Bellied Woodpecker

Suet and suet mixtures, grape jelly, doughnuts, insects, sugar water

Suet and hummingbird feeders, hanging log feeders, small tray feeders 

Kaytee Woodpeckers, Kaytee Nutty Nugget Blend, Kaytee Nut & Berry Blend, LYRIC Woodpecker Wild Bird Food

Downy and Hairy Woodpecker

Insects, suet and suet mixtures, peanuts, hulled sunflower, peanut butter, cracked corn, coconut, fats, nutmeats, cheese

Suet, peanut and post feeders, hanging log feeders

Kaytee Cracked Corn, Kaytee Songbirds, Kaytee Woodpeckers, LYRIC Woodpecker Wild Bird Food 

Gray Jay
 

Table scraps, bread, suet and suet mixtures, cooked oatmeal, crackers, fat mixtures, banana, grapes, insects

No preference, it will take food wherever it is placed

Kaytee Striped Sunflower Seed, Kaytee Safflower Seed, Kaytee Cracked Corn, LYRIC Cardinal Wild Bird Food

Blue Jay
 

Insects, whole corn, sunflower, suet and suet mixtures, peanuts (with or without shell), young birds, cracked nutmeats

Prefers the ground, but will come to almost any seed or suet feeder 

Kaytee Striped Sunflower Seed, Kaytee Songbirds, LYRIC Cardinal Wild Bird Food 

 


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Owings, MD 20736
(410) 257-2963
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Lusby, MD 20657
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