Sort of by request... or for request, anyway. A few clips of grackles from the 2006 season of the Backyard Bag Feeder Project - check the final shots! © 2006 Zach Glenwright
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RiDHHIL6NJQ&hl=en
Gracious Grackles '06 [Backyard Bag Feeder Project] Monday, December 13, 2010
Birdscapes Oasis Hummingbird Feeder - 224 Saturday, December 11, 2010
Birdscapes Oasis Hummingbird Feeder - 224 Review
Birdscapes Oasis Hummingbird Feeder - 224 Overview
Like a candy dish you might set out for guests the Oasis Hummingbird Feeder features a shallow glass bowl with a decorative textured glass lid. On the lid are three feeding ports decorated with red glass flowers. This feeder has an 8-ounce capacity and a pretty round handle on the lid makes filling it easy. It sits inside a decorative wire basket which hangs anywhere you choose by a three-point hanging chain.It is recommended that you clean this feeder twice a week. If extra cleaning is required a solution of vinegar and water should be used. Do not use extremely hot water or place the feeder in your dishwasher.The use of saccharin or other artificial sweeteners is not recommended with this feeder as these have no nutritional value for the birds. Do not use honey or other related products as these can be harmful to hummingbirds.About WoodstreamA privately-held company with a long-standing positive reputation Woodstream is a global manufacturer and marketer of quality products from pets and wildlife control and home and garden products to bird feeders and garden décor. They have a 150 year history of excellence growth and innovation and have built a strong presence in key markets through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. The growth of Woodstream is thanks to their customer-driven approach to product development a dedicated design organization that focuses on innovation quality and safety as well as a commitment to an industry-leading level of service.
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Heath Le Grande Gazebo Bird Feeder Sunday, December 5, 2010
Heath Le Grande Gazebo Bird Feeder Review
Heath Le Grande Gazebo Bird Feeder Overview
The Le Grande Gazebo Feeder holds 20 lbs of mixed or sunflower seed which means this is the feeder you won't have to fill every day. Offers clear views on all sides, an easy-fill removable top, and is made from decay-resistant western red cedar. Mounting pole and hardware not included ( sold separately). Made in the USA.
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Multicolor Seed Bird Feeder (Set of 2) Sunday, November 28, 2010
Multicolor Seed Bird Feeder (Set of 2) Review
Multicolor Seed Bird Feeder (Set of 2) Overview
Opening Price Point Plastic Feeders - Mixed Seed. Comes in four vivid colors. 3" x 3" x 15"H Plastic Feeder. Four attractive colors to choose from. Easy to fill and clean. Simple screw on caps, 6 seed ports w/perches. 2 pound seed capacity.
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Window Bird Feeders - How to Properly Hang and Care For Your Window Feeder For Safe Birdwatching Tuesday, November 23, 2010
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Window bird feeders are great for bird lovers who want to get up close and personal to watch wild birds. If you hang a window feeder or windowsill feeder properly, you can literally get within inches to watch the birds feeding and if you like to identify birds you can see the finest details of your favorite birds. Window feeders are most often placed on kitchen or bedroom windows but you can place your feeder on any window you choose, just make sure it is placed on a window that you spend a lot of time nearby.
Window bird feeders and windowsill feeders provide many wonderful benefits in addition to effortless viewing that make them a great first bird feeder or an addition to your existing bird feeders. To get the most from your window feeder there are a few ground rules to follow. Bird feeders hung from windows are great for deterring squirrels as long as there are no structures or branches that allow squirrels easy access to the feeder. If that is the case, you may need to find a different window to hang your feeder from.
As many as a billion birds die each year in the United States from crashing into windows. Window bird feeders attached to the glass are a bit safer than windowsill mounted bird feeders and the reason is this: A windowsill bird feeder is attached down low on the window sill and the reflection in the window above can actually increase the odds of birds striking windows due to them mistaking the reflection in the window as open space. On the other hand, window bird feeders that are attached in the middle of the window, via suction cups or Velcro, can help lesson the chances of birds flying into windows because the birds often can make a distinction that the window feeder is attached to a solid object and they cannot clearly see the reflection behind the feeder.
If you prefer a windowsill feeder then there are a number of ways you can lessen the chances of birds crashing into your windows by blocking the reflection in the glass including, attaching decorative decals, adding screens to windows to make them less reflective, pulling your shades down to just above the window sill feeder, creating vertical stripes with tape or ribbon on the outside of your window. You can get creative but be careful not to block your view of the birds feeding from your bird feeder
Keeping bird seed fresh and the feeder clean is very important for all bird feeders, but the design of most window style bird feeders allows birds to stand on the seeds while feeding thus increasing the risk of bird food becoming soiled. For this reason, the seed should be changed every day and the feeder kept clean. Fortunately, most windowsill or window bird feeder designs are among the easiest to access for cleaning and refilling seeds. Your bird feeder will attract a variety of birds including Chickadees, Finches, Titmice, and Sparrows to name a few. There are some responsibilities involved with placing any style window feeder at your home but if placed and cared for properly, they can be the safest of all feeder types and provide you a birds eye view of nature at its best.
For more birding articles and information and over 5000 backyard birding products including a selection of window bird feeders go to http://birdshopper.com
Sylvan's Garden 2007 # 1 Saturday, November 13, 2010
Swingset Bird Sanctuary Sunday, November 7, 2010
If you're ever in Bucks County, PA, give your dog a thrill and board with Joyce at Just a Dogs Adventure Bed & Bonefest! Go to Design2Share.com for decorating videos, blogs, tips, and advice from experts.
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Songbird Window Feeder Monday, October 18, 2010
Songbird Window Feeder Review
Songbird Window Feeder Feature
- Heath Small Songbird Window Feeder
Songbird Window Feeder Overview
WF100 Window Feeder. Features a hinged roof for easy filling outside. 1.5 pound capacity. 6.75 inches tall x 4.50 inches long x 9.00 inches wide
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Garden Song® 101-4 Dine Around Window Bird Feeder Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Garden Song® 101-4 Dine Around Window Bird Feeder Review
This is a great window bird feeder. I've had it up for a month now and the birds love it. The only problem, I couldn't figure out why the birds were landing, but the feed wasn't lowering. I finally figured it out, the hulled sunflower chips I feed my birds are way too big for this feeder. The seeds can't make it down into the feeding ports without my help (shaking). I plan to replace the sunflower chips with a finch blend, with lots of very, very small seeds. Overall I recommend this feeder because of it's convenience and the fact that it's enclosed (rare for window feeders), but I wish the feeding ports were just a bit bigger.
Garden Song® 101-4 Dine Around Window Bird Feeder Feature
- 1.5 pound seed capacity.
- Uses mixed or nyjer thistle seed (rotating ring).
- Easy fill wide mouth top.
- 3 feed ports.
Garden Song® 101-4 Dine Around Window Bird Feeder Overview
1.5 lb capacity. Mixed or Nyjer thistle seed (rotate ring). Easy fill wide mouth hinged top. 3 ports. View birds easily from inside the window.
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How To Make Your Own Wooden Bird Feeder
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You can make your wooden bird feeder as simple or extravagant as you desire, according to your level of expertise. Those who are more adept with the tools of woodworking, may want to try their hand at making a wooden castle bird feeder. The idea behind this is to have all the stools on each side of the castle manufactured so as to stick out for the birds to eat their food out of. Or maybe you consider yourself to be talented enough to make a tube that spirals around, having a trough for the birds to snack away at. However, if you are not so talented and have never built one before, you may want to start with a simple step-by-step design.
You could try starting with a simple wooden tray feeder, where you just glue and nail a few pieces of wood together. As you become more experienced in constructing your wooden bird feeders, you'll be able to experiment a bit more until you feel confident enough to make the bigger feeders that call for a lot more talent and patience. As a child, perhaps you may have built your very first wooden tray feeders in wood shop. On the other hand, if you weren't fortunate enough to take the class you may have built your own bird feeder at home using a soda bottle or a coffee can. I can remember, back when I was a child, taking the empty coffee can, filling it up with my dad's sunflower seeds and hanging it from a tree just to watch the birds come to the yard Endless hours of pleasure!
Check out this quick and easy way to make a simple wooden tray feeder. Please keep in mind that if you are a child you will need adult supervision.
MAKING A WOODEN TRAY BIRD FEEDER
4 pieces of wood about 2 inches wide
1 square piece of wood
Nails
Use the square piece of wood as the base for your wooden tray feeder. Now take your four pieces of wood and prop them up on all sides of the square. Hammer each strip to the base until you have a small square dish with sides. Insert a newspaper into the base, making sure to flatten it down properly so it doesn't fly out. Pour in the seeds and you are set to go. On top of a large post or table would be a great place to position your tray.
Children love building bird feeders as well. Once they spot you making one they'll naturally want to do something to help. Try giving them a pine cone, butter knife and some peanut butter and have them spread it all over the pine cone. When finished, have them sprinkle seeds all over it. They'll be happy that they got to make a bird feeder too.
Hopper feeders are little wooden bird feeders that look like houses; birds love these because they keep the wind and rain off them.
When caring for your wooden bird feeders always remember that you need to empty them of food every night, unless you can somehow cover them. Rain can ruin bird seeds and make birds extremely sick, and I'm sure that's the last thing you want.
Bird watching has always been, and always will be, a fun hobby. By building your own wooden bird feeders, you can make this a time full of memories for you and your children.
Decide what type of feeder you'll use and where in the yard it will go. Location is a key item when it comes to wooden bird feeders. If you don't have it in the right place the birds may never find it.
The Bird Feeder
Free Housing, Free Food and they're still squaking. It's time to take the bird feeder down!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaklEq36_dk&hl=en
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