no birds re coming to my feeder my feeder is on a tree beside several bushes and other trees its on a high enough spot no cats around here i have a bird bath too my seeds arent moldy its a suet feeder so i know it could only be chickadees and wood peckers and a little bit of cardiinals ... so whats wrong with my bird feeder (its clean too)
Natural food and sources will be any birds first choice. and until this is in short supply or weather conditions change , you may not get birds visiting your feeders.
It does not mean that because you see no Cats that there are not other predators about.
There could be birds of prey in the area you may not see them but small birds are always wary of new objects in their territory, so give them time and the will visit your feeders if they are about.
Probably too much natural food about still, once the natural food is depleted the birds should come in. To be honest suet feeders are only really for the cold winter months, birds simply don't need high fat content diet when its not cold.
You need to mix up the type of food you have for the birds. Also, place the feeder in a place where nothing obscure it so that birds can actually see it.
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It sounds like you're doing everything right, so it's odd that you aren't attracting any birds to your feeder, especially with an entire feeding station complete with seed feeder, suet cage, and bird bath. You should have a lot of traffic at your feeding during these autumn months.
During autumn, many migratory birds will be passing through your yard as they make their way south during their annual migration. If you have the proper feeding stations in place, these birds will happily stick around for one to three days as they must eat and rebuild their energy stores (ie fat supplies) in preparation for their long journey to come, or a journey which is already well underway. Furthermore, the many birds that will overwinter in your area begin to move in during autumn. If you want them to become regulars in your backyard, make sure to keep your feeding stations well stocked with a variety of food types as to attract a wide range of visitors.
Autumn is a very dynamic time for backyard birding. You, ??ll see different waves of bird species pass through your area as each species, ?? migration has a unique timing. Unlike spring breeding seasons, when most species are seen singly or in pairs, you , ??ll observe large groups of the same type of bird at your feeding stations. Many birds may look much different than they did in the spring as they have lost their bright breeding plumage. Also keep your eyes out for juvenile birds, generally indicated by a duller plumage, which have recently fledged during the previous spring and summer. Make sure to familiarize yourself with these alternative plumages using your favorite field guide.
pets question and answers,www.5d2d.com I'm not sure what type of bird seed your are providing, but here are some tips. Most seed mixes contain primarily three main seed types: sunflower seeds, millet, and cracked corn. Sunflower seeds are great for large-beaked seed eating birds , for example jays and grosbeaks. There are two main varieties of sunflower seeds; striped sunflower seeds and the smaller black oil sunflower seeds. The smaller black oil sunflower seeds are better suited for small-beaked birds, such as finches, chickadees, and titmice (also, the smaller seeds are more economical because you get more per pound). Millet, a small and round seed, is ideal for the sparrows, which struggle opening larger seeds such as sunflower seeds. The third most common constituent of a seed mix is cracked corn. Less expensive than sunflower seeds and millet, cracked corn is enjoyed by most birds with the exception of a few types of finches, such as goldfinches. If you're feeding large groups of birds, such as blackbirds or starlings, cracked corn is the most economical choice. For these large groups, you can simply pour a pile of cracked corn onto a platform feeder and watch the frenzy begin!
pets question and answers,www.5d2d.com In addition to these three basic seed types, there are many other varieties of seeds. Nyger seed (also called niger or thistle seed, although it does not come from thistles) is a small black seed. Although more expensive than other seed varieties, nyger seed is a great way to attract some very beautiful birds, such as goldfinches, purple finches, and buntings (it, ??s also a favorite among doves and sparrows). Nyger seed has an added bonus, squirrels surprisingly don, ??t like it! A very small seed, nyger works great in mesh tube feeders. Another seed to consider is safflower seed. This white, hard, plump seed really brings in the cardinals; it, ??s also a favorite among nuthatches, finches, titmice, and grosbeaks. Safflower seeds are used best when mixed with black oil sunflower seeds. This mixture works great in a tube feeder, platform feeder, or even directly on the ground.
Finally, you want to make sure your feeders are positioned properly. Ideally, you want your feeder positioned in a location that provides a nice balance of open space and protective covering. For instance, positioned in an open yard but close to a tree or some shrubs. Such covering provides the birds with an ideal place to hang out while feeding. Many types of birds will even retrieve food from the feeder then return to a more protected place, such as a shrub, to eat it. Other factors to consider in terms of feeder placement:
