If you haven't already done so, It's high time to fill up the bird feeders!
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Bird feeders come in all shapes and sizes and can be very eye catching, pleasing additions to the front or back yard.
They are also a joy to have around, as depending on the feed one can attract a wide range of wildlife. Granted, it is inevitable that you will attract more than just birds.
Squirrels and even meddlesome Raccoons have been known to visit my feeders; but my new squirrel proof feeder, complete with a metal slide that shuts with any heavy weight, works wonders for keeping the squirrels from gobbling up the feed.
Any Wild Bird Store will carry a range of fancy Bird Feeders but Lowes hardware store and Target have good selections too!
Here in Texas, Morning Doves, Cardinals, and the ever present Sparrow can be seen at feeders in full force. Starlings, Martins, and other less prevelant bids will be showing there faces very soon. So now is the time to fill up your feeders.
If you are especially fond of Cardinals, choose a feed that is mostly comprised of sunflower seeds as this seems to be their favorite.
Remember to hang feeders up high as not to tempt the neighborhood cats. Also, is is nice to have some bird houses about to shield your regular visiting birds from the cold.
Happy Bird Watching!
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