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- Annie B. Bond
- August 26, 2004
- 8:32 am
- 73 comments
Many birds start to migrate in mid-August, and the demand for nourishment increases. As fall draws near, both migrant and non-migrant birds will establish their winter feeding territory.
Here are five ways to help birds prepare for cold weather, and to draw birds to your feeders:
· Invest in a few low-height feeding trays and fill them with cracked corn for doves and other ground feeding birds.
· Hummingbirds may visit feeders up to times of hard frosts, so keep their feeders filled.
· Make efforts to ensure fresh water for birds as you move into winter.
· Hang fresh suet, as birds are looking to add on some fat.
· In the fall many birds are growing their flight feathers and need rich foods such as oil-rich sunflower and niger seeds.
Read more: Nature, Nature & Wildlife, Outdoor Activities
By Annie B. Bond
Annie B. Bond
Annie is a renowned expert in non-toxic and green living. Named one of the top 20 environmental leaders by Body and Soul Magazine, Annie has authored four books, including "Home Enlightenment" (Rodale Press, 2005) and "Better Basics for the Home" (Three Rivers Press, 1999).
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Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for the article and tips Annie.
Must feed at all times,,not just the Fall/Autumn...
I'm glad that Annie said "...in the fall." As beautiful as birds can be, and as much fun as it can be to entice them to one's home, it is generally considered better to not feed them in the warm months, as they are then still more apt to focus on naturally occurring sources of food, especially berries and seeds.thus helping them to propagate and thrive.
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