Seed Sale
Feeder activity may be slow at the moment, but we are not far from the birds “eating [you] out of house and home” again! In the meantime, as Fall Migration progresses, there are some interesting birds to keep a watchful eye out for. That’s why this beginning Saturday, September 27th through next Friday, October 3rd, all seed and feed will be on sale 10% off! However, there is a catch… You must mention our blog in order to receive the discount!
Rose-breasted Grosbeaks
Fall Migration can bring a bit of fun and excitement to an otherwise slow time in the bird feeding world. For example, the other day while looking out the window, I was excited to see a Northern Parula flitting from branch to branch gleaning small insects along the way. While these birds are unlikely to be seen on your feeders, we know of another neotropical migrant that is possible to attract to your seed… The Rose-breasted Grosbeak! While these birds are much more common visitors to our feeders during the Spring Migration, they also pass back through in the fall and are known to visit feeders when they do. These photos were taken on September 25th of 2024, so it is possible to see them on your feeders during the next week or so. Grosbeaks are not picky when they do come to bird feeders and can easily be attracted with black-oil sunflower, safflower, or different blends such as our Woodland and Premium Blend.
Hummingbirds Still Passing Through
Let’s not forget that Ruby-throated hummingbirds are still passing through as well! It is still possible to see hummingbirds into mid and even late October, so be sure to keep a feeder clean and fresh nectar out! Nectar should be changed at least every 2-3 days this time of year and we encourage everyone to make your own. It's quick, easy, and cost effective. Simply fully dissolve 1 part plain white table sugar into 4 parts of water, and you’ve successfully made your own nectar! In addition, we have plenty of hummingbird feeders still in stock, as well as specially made hummingbird feeder brushes to make cleaning a snap!
It is also worth mentioning that keeping up a hummingbird feeder will not keep the birds from migrating. Their instinct to migrate is far too strong to let a little sugar water hold them back. They will go when they are ready. By all means, keep a feeder up as long as you’d like as long as you keep it clean and the nectar fresh. Who knows, there’s always a chance of attracting a western species!