Bird Feeders

Finding the Right Bird Feeder

A backyard bird feeder is one of the simplest ways to connect with nature, but choosing the wrong one means wasted seed, frustrated visits, and feeders that collect dust in the garage. The right feeder depends on which birds live in your area, where you plan to mount it, and how much time you want to spend on maintenance. Tube feeders attract finches and chickadees, platform feeders bring in cardinals and jays, suet cages draw woodpeckers, and hopper designs offer the best all-around variety. Our guides walk you through every major feeder type with honest comparisons, help you pick the right seed mix, show you where to place feeders for maximum bird traffic and minimum squirrel trouble, and cover the cleaning and seasonal care that keeps your feeding station healthy and active all year long.