Feeding the birds during winter…..

At this time of year, put out food and water on a regular basis. In severe weather, feed twice daily if you can: in the morning and in the early afternoon. Birds require high-energy (high-fat) foods during the cold winter weather to maintain their fat reserves to survive the frosty nights.

Cold weather and lots of snow can be very tough on birds. But you can help your feathered friends by following these winter bird feeding tips.

As you likely already know, the winter months can be very difficult for our birds. The cold weather requires them to eat much more to stay warm and the snow makes it more difficult for them to actually find the food they need. By following these winter bird feeding tips, you’ll be helping your backyard friends survive this winter.

1. Offer Suet and Other High Energy Foods – purchase from us online.

2. Birds Love Fruit in Winter – from the local fruit grocer or supermarket.

3. Feed Birds in Winter Even if You Can’t Get to Feeders – throw the food on the ground, they will find it no problem.

4. Provide Fresh Water – order your bird bath from us online or even use a small bowl from the kitchen.

5. Feed Birds Items From Your Kitchen – use your left overs and scraps to feed them.

6. Make a DIY Birdseed Wreath – from old twigs etc then hang fruit and food from it.

7. Fill Feeders Daily

8. Spread Feeders Around – in various locations around your garden to give them choice and away from other larger birds.

9. Offer More Than One Type of Food – see our range online.

10. Clean Off Snow and Ice – off the bird tables and baths.