Hummingbird Bird Feeder

The plastic part of one of my feeders that holds the nectar has turned a dark yellow over the years. Is there anything I can use that will clean it and restore it to it’s original clear state? I’m thinking of putting it out, but I’m wondering if the hummers will even drink form this feeder. Thanks.

One day we noticed Alex the cat positioning himself closer to the hummingbird feeder. This gave us an idea. Next time we found him on the deck railing by the feeder, we’ll record the event to show what the cat and hummers did. You know how cats love to go after birds? Well, we didn’t want him to kill any hummingbirds, but curiosity got the best of us, too. Here is the video from that day and, yes, the cat is really that close to the hummingbirds! See what happens! Please check out the other videos on my site by clicking on cutdctv. Some are funny, some are interesting and some are informative. Also, consider subscribing to the site for updates as they come or you can friend us. Do you like cutting edge alternative news? You might love CUT DC.COM! Here’s the news that mainstream media is reluctant to publish. Commentary is from a Constitutional perspective with an emphasis on restoring liberty. cutdc.com

I asked this question earlier and I know the fertizer in the product is not harmful but what about the insecticide in it?
Since it is adsorbed through the roots of the plant…

The product says not to use on plants intended for food,
so what about the nector in the flowers that the hummers and butterflies are after?

I’ve searched the web and called nurseries…cant find what I’m looking for. Does anyone know where I could find out?
thanks.

This was taken 6.9.10 at about 8:13pm. The round feeder was filled with a nectar mixed from powder, and was popular that night. The longer feeder contained nectar made from liquid mix. So thrilling!

I put up a hummingbird feeder and the hummers love it! They were fighting so much that I bought 2 more feeders. Now I have about 10-15 birds using the feeders throughout the day, but they strongly favor the first feeder. They see the others, they just don’t like them. They’re all different. I wish I could have gotten 3 of the first kid; they’re easier to clean. Still. What gives?
Ooh, tricky little guys. Should I move the feeder for bigger birds away from the less favored feeders?

Visit www.About-Birds.info for more information on the great hobby of bird watching. Every spring hummingbirds travel thousands of miles to nest and feed. On BC’s Sunshine Coast, about 40 to 50 have been returning year after year to the same location. Here are a few…

And would like to know what is a good vine that attracts hummers that will grow up my fence that is NOT poisonous to dogs?? Also, any suggestions/tips on growing a garden to attract hummingbirds?
What type of h’bird feeder works best? THNKS!
Honeysuckle and Trumpet vine are poisonous/an irritant to dogs.

Amazing hummingbird photography of these little birds in Alaska. They travel from Mexico and migrate to Alaska each spring. We enjoy these little birds and great photographic moments they offer us! We even get to hand feed these little cuties. See www.salterylodge.com for more information.

I would think that sugar that has been bleached would be more dangerous for them, but I am not buying "sugar in the raw" to feed hummingbirds with!
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Are the red nectars sold in the stores actually bad for hummers, or are they just saying that?

Hummingbirds or or Hummer that how they are referred to is the smallest bird in the world and the only one capable of flying in one place. They perhaps miniature and delicate-search, but they are fast, aggressive and dynamic. And certainly, they are beautiful and astounding, so to have them in your garden or backyard are truly a wonderful experience. Here are some tips and ideas on how to attract Hummer in your garden or backyard.

Red flowers are notoriously favorites among the hummingbirds. However, they are also known to be grateful to pink, violet, orange, white and blue flowers. They love those trumpet-shaped and types of nectar-rich. Apart from the color, they also have a striking devotion for beautiful flowers and foliage. Bee balm, rose of Sharon, trumpet and delphinium vines are examples of varieties of flowers which can better attract hummingbirds.

Once you have feeder place in your garden, things puts end step there. You must well take care of the feeder to attract constantly. Bees and insects should close that the feeders therefore regularly. Don’t forget to put home made nectar on the charger regularly so that they keep coming back. It is advisable to change the nectar every 3 to 4 days but more frequent during hot days. The best recipe for homemade nectar is boiling part sugar to 4 parts water.

Insects are important to hummingbirds as source of protein and nutrition. Eat approximately 40% insects including aphids, white, gnat flies and mosquitoes in their feed… There are many native plants that attract many healthy insects so that they consume its useful only to these plants to spray. If you want a garden healthy Hummingbird, insecticides should not be used on leaves or flowers in your area.

Hummer are attracted by insects and nectar, they seek for the poles to rest and relax. They find suitable shelter for things like thin poles, thin vines, wire, wires, twigs and shrubs. Hummingbirds are quietly sit perched, sometimes to save energy in the State called torpor. Since they use a lot of their energy to steal, they need time to refuel. Don’t forget that these birds can be very territorial so they favored perches that are close to their source of food, so they can protect their territories.

Hummingbirds are like bees in the bird world, they are always moving, busy hum of a flower. With their needles and long, flexible tongues bills, these tiny birds are always in motion, always looking for a SIP of this nectar sweet to fuel their rapid flight and swift. With their fast wings, iridescent feathers beats big appetite and surprising capacity of flights, they are indeed extraordinary creature packaged in a small package.