Bird House Feeder

A Window Bird Feeder Will Bring Birds Up-Close And Personal

August 8, 2011 Bird House Feeder

A window bird feeder is a fantastic way to view garden birds up close. This is great as an educational tool for children and they can make photography easier. Bird feeders also safe place for birds to eat as predators are unlikely to come that close to the home. Window feeders are great for apartments or homes with inaccessible gardens.

Nearly all types of birds will be attracted to a window bird feeder but for more skittish birds there is the option of a feeder with a two way mirror which will allow you to watch the birds without disturbing them.

There are two types of window feeders, ones which attach the window and ones placed inside a windowsill. Feeders which are attached to the window make use of suction cups or Velcro to remain stuck on the glass. This type is usually smaller than windowsill feeders and will typically fit any size window easily. The benefits of this type of window feeder are that you could mount more than one feeder to each window.

The windowsill feeders protrude into the house via an open window. It will normally rest inside on the windowsill and will have adjustable side pieces which extend to the sides of the windowsill to close off as much of the open space as possible. This type of window bird feeder often has larger trays and can therefore hold more bird feed and birds. The downfall of this type is that you have to keep the window open at all times which can provide problems with alarm systems and can also let cold in during the winter months.

It is a good idea to place the feeder in a window that faces an area which has proven to attract birds to your garden; this is usually near their favorite flowers, shrubs or trees. Also pick a window that is easily viewed from the inside of the house so that yourself and guests can enjoy the birds. It is also important that the window bird feeder is accessible so that it can be easily reached to refill and clean.

Most bird feeders are made from a high quality UV stabilized clear polycarbonate material, this is a durable material which will not deteriorate or turn yellow over time.

The size of the window bird feeder needed depends on how many birds you would like to attract and how often you would like to have to refill the feeder. Before you go out to purchase your feeder, check the dimensions of your chosen window to make sure that you get the most suitable option.

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