Keeping Feathered Friends Fed in Frigid Temps!

The other day the seed level in my feeders was incredibly low. Actually, a few of them were empty. My mother let me know this was unacceptable and she mumbled something like “What if I didn’t feed you when you were little.” She’s a huge advocate of the avian race. Being the researching type, I sat at my laptop and did some reading on why keeping your feeders filled was so important. I thought I’d share what I found with you.

When the days get shorter and temperatures get lower it is more important than ever to fill your feeders. Insects take off in the winter and are very scarce. Birdseed becomes one of very few food sources for birds to eat.

Birds also need water, like humans, on a daily basis to remain healthy and happy. During the winter finding water sources is especially hard for birds because most ponds and rivers freeze in the frigid temperatures. After researching, I was able to find birdbaths that are built with heaters that keep water from freezing in low temperatures. Even in snowy conditions, users of these birdbaths were pleased to find feathered friends frolicking in their pools!

You can also put the water source in an area with direct sunlight, where during the day the sun is able to melt the water. If you own a Sip & Seed it would be wise to pole mount the feeder where the sun hits around 11:30. This allows for the sun to help melt the ice when temperatures are at a high. This is a cheap and easy way to help your birds get the water they need!

By keeping your yard stocked with the necessities crucial to a healthy life, birds will continue to visit you even in the coldest of months!