The Birds in My Backyard - Bird Feeders

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The Birds in My Backyard


The simple pleasure of watching birds has fascinated so many of us. I could sit for hours and watch them fly, or eat.

I love to put out bird feeders in the yard and see what kind of birds come to visit it. Capturing them with my camera, is something I love to do.

This is something that anyone with a yard can do, and receive in return so many hours of enjoyment.

Bird feeders make a wonderful gift, especially to those special people in your life that are not able to be as active as they once were.

On the lens, I will share my photo's of the birds in my yard, as well as some great feeders for you to build or buy.

Welcome to My Backyard!

Aren't I cute? 

Sparrow on a limb of a tree



sparrow on a limb of a tree

Why Feed the Birds? 

Why should you feed birds in your yard?



Songbirds and other wildlife add much to the joy of urban, suburban, and country living.

Birds help reduce the insects that attack your flowers, gardens, lawns, and shrubs.

Bird Feeder - Dragonfly 

Bird Feeder - Dragonfly



Bird Feeder - Dragonfly

Bird Feeder - Dragonfly
Treat the neighborhood birds to a gourmet meal with our Dragonfly Bird Feeder. Simply fill with the bird seed of you choice and hang in you yard or garden for a feast for the birds and your eyes! Our wild bird feeder is crafted of lightweight and durable rust-free recycled aluminum with a plastic seed tube. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Please allow 3-4 weeks for order processing along with normal shipping times. APO/FPO shipping unavailable

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Bird Feeder - Dragonfly

Peek a Boo 



sparrow or bird peeking around a tree

What insects do birds eat? 

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Bird Feeder - Squirrel Blocker 

Bird Feeder - Squirrel Blocker



Bird Feeder - Squirrel Blocker

Bird Feeder - Squirrel Blocker
The Squirrel Blocker bird feeder stops squirrels cold with its 1" by 1" fencing and the distance to the 1/4 by 1/4" stainless steel wire feed tube. The open flow-through bottom ensures no seed collects to attract squirrels that drive birds away. Birds can perch all over the Blocker fencing and put their heads through it to pick a seed from the seed saving mesh tube. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 14-21 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping. APO/FPO shipping unavailable

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Bird Feeder - Squirrel Blocker

Who is that? 

Sparrows eating seed from a bird feeder



sparrows eating seed from a feeder

Cardinal Visit! [Backyard Bag Feeder Project] 

Cardinal Visit! [Backyard Bag Feeder Project]

Cardinal perches for a minute at the bird feeder © 2005 Zach Glenwright

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Having a chat 



sparrow or bird

Bird Feeder - Thistle Feeder 

Bird Feeder - Thistle Feeder



Bird Feeder - Thistle Feeder

Bird Feeder - Thistle Feeder
This thistle feeder is surrounded by squirrel proof fencing to provide additional perching room for a flock of goldfinches, along with siskins, chickadees, redpolls and other thistle lovers. Recycled clear resin tube is made especially for thistle seed and has a 1-quart capacity. Features all metal-roof and base, preventing squirrel damage. Carries a Lifetime Guarantee. Hang or post mount. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 14-21 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping.

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Bird Feeder - Thistle Feeder

How can I purchase a Bird Feeder? 

What is the best bird feeder for me?



Which Bird Feeder to buy?

There are many different types of bird feeders on the market today.

The come in a wide variety of styles and sizes to choose from.

How elaborate you want to go is up to you, as well as how many to hang in your yard.

Just remember, you will need to keep enough seed to stock every feeder you have if you want the birds to keep coming back again, and again!

I have had my small feeder last a week, and I have seen them eat the entire amount in one day! I guess they were hungry that day!

Looking Good 

Looking Good



sparrow or bird

Bird Feeder 

Bird Feeder



Bird Feeder

Bird Feeder
Attract chickadees, nuthatches and other sunflower-seed eaters with this quality bird feeder. This bird feeder has a sturdy top and base, crafted of metal plus the kind of fencing birds like to perch on. With its all-metal fittings, this feeder resists squirrel damage and carries a Lifetime Guarantee. The recycled resin tube has a 1 quart capacity for sunflowers and mixed seeds. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 14-21 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping.

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Bird Feeder

Make Your Own Bird Feeder 


If you are handy with those tools, you can always make your own Bird feeder.

Building a Bird Feeder

This is a real simple one:

Things You'll Need:

Birdseed
Dowel Rods
Scissors
Binoculars
About 2 Feet Thin Wires
Common Nails For Poking Holes
1-gallon milk jug

Step One
Wash an empty 1-gallon plastic milk jug thoroughly, removing any milk residue from it.

Step Two
Put the cap on.

Step Three
Stand the milk jug right side up on your work surface.

Step Four
Cut large holes - about 3 to 4 inches in diameter - in two adjacent sides of the jug opposite the handle. Cut the holes in the middle of the side and high enough that the seed won't spill out of the jug when you put it in.

Step Five
Use a large nail to punch a smaller hole below each of the large holes, and insert a dowel, which the birds will use for perching, through diagonally. The perch should be long enough to stick out about 2 inches on both sides to provide perching spots for your birds.

Step Six
With the large nail, punch two holes in the neck of the milk jug, about 1 inch below the cap.

Step SevenRun a 2-foot-long piece of wire through these two holes, twisting the wire tightly above the cap with several turns.

Step EightFill the feeder with birdseed and use the wire ends to hang it from a strong branch or other support.

Tip: Use black oil sunflower seeds, which will attract the largest variety of birds.

Lowe's offers some great "How To" plans for building a bird feeder at Build a Bird Feeder

Here is a simple birdhouse even a child could build at Kids Corner

Here is a great video on how to make a couple simple bird feeders, and they go even further on how to set up a bird feeder webcam! Which I think is a delightful idea to do for your love one's that are completely bedridden!

How about this Colorful idea from Family Fun

Simple directions give on their website!

How about a Log Feeder for Peanut Butter Suet?


Or Maybe this beautiful Hex Bird Feeder



More Great Bird Feeder Plans Here

Platform Bird Feeder 

Platform Bird Feeder



Platform Bird Feeder

Platform Bird Feeder
This platform bird feeder features the Squirrel Blocker screen system that stops the squirrels from reaching the seed. The squirrel proof grid floats on top for the seed blocking the squirrel's ability to grab the seed. Frustrated, the squirrels will look elsewhere while the birds feed to their heart's content. The pavilion roof protects seed from the weather while offering shelter to feeding birds. Durable all metal design prevents squirrel damage - every piece is chew proof! This feeder is built to accomodate any 1" pole - pole not included. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 14-21 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping.

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Platform Bird Feeder

How to make a bird feeder - Video Instructions 


How to Make a Bird Feeder : Gluing Parts for Bird Feeder

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How to Make a Bird Feeder : Drilling Hanging Hole for Bird Feeder

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How to Make a Bird Feeder : Using Fancy Old Wood for Bird Feeder

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How to Make a Bird Feeder : Different Styles of Bird Feeders

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How to Make a Bird Feeder : Selecting Wood for Bird Feeder

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How to Make a Bird Feeder : Making Seed Tray for Bird Feeder

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How to Make a Bird Feeder : Attaching Hinges to Bird Feeder

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How to Make a Bird Feeder : Attaching Bottom to Bird Feeder

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How to Make a Bird Feeder : Rounding Edges for Bird Feeder

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Bird Feeder - Squirrel Proof 

Bird Feeder - Squirrel Proof



Bird Feeder - Squirrel Proof

>Bird Feeder - Squirrel Proof
This wild bird feeder keeps squirrels away from the feed tube, due to its solid metal seed catch tray. Squirrels are limited to seeds that birds flick out of the tube. Plus it offers a remarkable amount of perching room; even more than 15 birds can feed at one time! Larger birds can feed at bottom tray, which limits birdseed from falling to the ground before being consumed. With a sturdy metal roof and base, this bird feeder carries a lifetime guarantee. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 14-21 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping.

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Bird Feeder - Squirrel Proof

Sparrows 



sparrows

What to fill your bird feeder with? 

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Bird Feeder - Oak Leaf Style - Aluminum 

Bird Feeder - Oak Leaf Style - Aluminum



Bird Feeder - Oak Leaf Style - Aluminum

Bird Feeder - Oak Leaf Style - Aluminum
Brighten up your backyard with birdsong with this fabulous bird feeder. This feeder features a great oak leaf design, and holds up to 4 1/2 cups of bird seed! This bird feeder is constructed of aluminum with a bronze finish - which means you get the beauty of aged bronze with the lightweight durability of aluminum! This bird feeder has a plexiglass tube to hold all the seeds and treats, and a hanging hook. Also available is a Oak Leaf Nature Hook. The Oak Leaf Nature Hook complements the bird feeder, and after you easily install it onto the side of the house, you have a decorative place to hang your feeder, or a set of wind chimes. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 14-21 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping.

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Bird Feeder - Oak Leaf Style - Aluminum

Hanging out with the family 

Birds



family of birds on a limb of a tree

Bird House - Le Chateau 

Bird House - Le Chateau



Bird House - Le Chateau

Bird House - Le Chateau
Add instant class and beauty to your backyard with this elegant looking bird house. This birdhouse is fully functional with two separate nest cavities with an entry hole at each end protected by a regal balcony. This birdhouse has been highly decorated with ornate moldings and window trim, along with detailed fencing and clapboard siding. This garden bird house is topped with western red cedar and a removable back wall. This outdoor birdhouse is constructed of exterior grade ply-board, kin dried hardwood and finished with a non-toxic paint.
Also available is the Le Chateau base. Designed to sit on top of a standard 4 x 4 post, this base has elegant scrollwork designs in matching colors coordinating with the Le Chateau birdhouse perfectly. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 14-21 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping. APO/FPO shipping unavailable

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Bird House - Le Chateau

Which birds eat mosquito's? 

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Identifying Birds 

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Sparrows enjoying the sunshine 

Sparrows enjoying the sunshine



two sparrows on a limb of a tree

Bird Feeder - Triple Tube 

Bird Feeder - Triple Tube



Bird Feeder - Triple Tube

Bird Feeder - Triple Tube
This bird feeder has a generous sized triple tube that lets you serve up to three different kinds of seed at the same time, and lots of it! This bird feeder is made with a sturdy metal grid that protects from squirrels and offers perching space for songbirds. The 17" tall feeder holds 4 pounds of seed and carries a Lifetime Guarantee. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 14-21 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping. APO/FPO shipping unavailable

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Bird Feeder - Triple Tube

Bird Feeder - Triple Tube 

Bird Feeder - Triple Tube

Bird Feeder - Triple Tube

Bird Feeder - Triple Tube
This squirrel-resistant bird feeder features a generous sized triple tube that allows you serve up to three different kinds of seed at the same time! The metal cage protects from squirrels while offering perching space for songbirds. The 22" tall triple tube feeder has nine seed ports and holds 7-lbs of seed. All metal fittings. Lifetime Guarantee. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 14-21 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping.

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Bird Feeder - Triple Tube

Bird Feeder and Bath - Stainless Steel/Wood 

Bird Feeder and Bath - Stainless Steel/Wood

Bird Feeder and Bath - Stainless Steel/Wood

Bird Feeder and Bath - Stainless Steel/Wood
Nothing beats the look and feel of steel. This Stainless Steel Bird Feeder and Bath is a wonder to behold. The garden accent converts from a bird bath, with a wooden platform (perfect for the summer!) to a bird feeder (great for the winter months!). Rising from the ground by way of the accompanying wooden stake, this bird bath/feeder will surely attract birds attention. The bright, easily maintained surface of stainless steel provides a modern and attractive appearance. And remember, the chromium content of stainless steel allows the formation of a rough, adherent, invisible, corrosion-resisting chromium oxide film on the steel surface. If damaged mechanically or chemically, this film is self-healing, providing that oxygen, even in very small amounts, is present! And with proper care, it has a useful life expectancy of over 100 years, and it is totally recyclable! That means this stainless steel birdfeeder is worth its weight in gold -- a marvel to feast your eyes on, and a value to last a lifetime. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 2-8 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping.

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Bird Feeder and Bath - Stainless Steel/Wood

Bird Feeder - mini 

Bird Feeder - mini

Bird Feeder - mini

Bird Feeder - mini
This quality wood bird feeder is aesthetically pleasing as well as functional for your garden or patio. The feeder is made of premium select weather resistant wood and features a verdigris copper roof. This bird feeder is hand-made and the quality is superb. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 6-12 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping.

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Bird Feeder - mini

Bird Feeder 

Bird Feeder

Bird Feeder

Bird Feeder
Experience the endless delight of different birds visiting your garden, bringing life and song to the air. Birds love a spacious feeding area, which is protected from rain and snow. The copper band helps contain the seed and creates an attractive accent. Made of premium select weather resistant wood in a white-wash stain with a shingled roof, this bird feeder will make an elegant addition to your garden. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 6-12 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping.

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Bird Feeder

Bird Feeder 

Bird Feeder

Bird Feeder

Bird Feeder
This elegant bird feeder makes a delightful place for birds to gather in your garden. The premium cedar frame has three coats of paint for weather resistance. The verdigris copper roof highlights the bright white posts and decorative arches. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 6-12 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping.

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Bird Feeder

Bird Feeder - Carousel 

Bird Feeder - Carousel


Bird Feeder - Carousel

>Bird Feeder - Carousel
This quality wood bird feeder has a carousel-design frame with a graceful roofline. This bird house feeder is hand-crafted with weather resistant wood in a country-fresh pickled stain and features a stunning copper roof. An adorable wooden bird sits atop the feeder, adding the finishing touch, while four decorative brackets (included) add support. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 6-12 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping.

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Bird Feeder - Carousel

Birdhouse 

Birdhouse



Birdhouse

>Birdhouse
This traditional birdhouse is perfect for a garden wall, fence, or mounted on a post. Made of premium select weather resistant wood, this birdhouse ages beautifully outdoors. Five compartments make a happy home for birds that will bring song and joy to your garden. Many people believe that it becomes more attractive over the years as it graces your garden. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 6-12 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping. APO/FPO shipping unavailable

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Birdhouse

Bird House - Cape Cod Cottage 

Bird House - Cape Cod Cottage



Bird House - Cape Cod Cottage

Bird House - Cape Cod Cottage
Add instant class and beauty to your backyard with this elegant looking bird house. This birdhouse is fully functional with two separate nest cavities with an entry hole at each. This birdhouse has a two-story wrap-around porch with intricate details including 2 dormers and side balconies. This garden bird house is topped with western red cedar and a removable back wall for easy cleaning. This outdoor birdhouse is constructed of exterior grade ply-board, kin dried hardwood and finished with a non-toxic paint. Mount this fancy birdhouse on a tree, fence or post by using the included sturdy wood-mounting bracket. This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 14-21 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping. APO/FPO shipping unavailable

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Bird House - Cape Cod Cottage

Bird's in my Backyard Guestbook - Don't forget to drop a note! 



Hi thank you for visiting my birds in the backyard lens, I appreciate you taking the time to let me know you were here.

Happy Birding!

Linda

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    dustytoes dustytoes Dec 13, 2009 @ 6:29 am
    Nice photos. I am lensrolling to my lens on buying bird feeders.
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    AnimalGuy AnimalGuy May 13, 2009 @ 12:50 pm
    What a beautiful lens you've created! Really nice pictures too.
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    OhMe OhMe Feb 22, 2009 @ 8:48 pm
    Great selection of bird feeders and photographs for a great lens. I sure enjoyed my visit here. Thank you.
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    The_Party_Animal The_Party_Animal Sep 3, 2008 @ 3:57 pm
    One of my favorite sounds is birds chirping on a cool day. I have lots of bird feeders and added some right near my patio this year for a close up view of my feathered friends. My neighbors must think I am nuts when I chirp too when they come. My favorites are the little yellow finches. I swear they chirp "Free Free" so I say yes yes. Oh and when they drop the sunflower seeds I reap the benefits from the flowers too!!! 5 Feathered stars flying your way.
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    pcguy pcguy Sep 2, 2008 @ 7:54 pm
    Great lens. We have had bird feeders for years but they keep falling apart after years of use. So I bought a bird feeder made out of recycled material at Birds Unlimited. That was the best buy we have made in a long time. Thanks for the lens.
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