Bird Feeder Pole

Hanging Bird Feeders

Hanging bird feeders are a great way to attract birds to your backyard. Hanging bird feeders are convenient because they are easy to place almost anywhere.  They are usually hung in trees or below the eaves of a porch or patio.

Hanging bird feeders are easily maintained, you simply have to hang them in a spot and fill them with bird food. They are also great for the birds because they are usually too far out of reach for cats. They are always a good way to supply birds with food in winter, but if they are close to human activity the birds will be too timid to use them. 

Deciding where to put hanging bird feeders is not as easy as it sounds.  That is one of the reasons why hanging bird feeders are one of the most popular types of bird feeders.  Choose your locations wisely: You want to be sure the hanging bird feeders are well out of the range of predators.  Hanging bird feeders are best placed over a hard surface such as paving and decking so that any dropped seeds can be easily swept up. 

The advantages of hanging bird feeders are twofold, you can create your own nature entertainment right in your own back yard and never tire of and you are helping to feed the birds.
Bird feeders should be easy to clean and be able to discourage predators like squirrels, snakes and cats.  Although people often think winter is the best time for bird feeding, there is reason to offer food through all the seasons. 

Another option is hanging bird feeders with an adjustable dome.  If the dome is hung low over the feeder, it will accommodate only small birds.

Also, it is a good idea to attach a hanging feeder well so the animal can't knock it down.  The best solution is to use a baffle on any pole used or a hood over a hanging feeder.  However, the other creatures present a more difficult problem as they can knock a bird feeder down to the ground and really damage it trying to extract seeds. 

Hang the bird feeders high enough to protect them from squirrels and cats, but low enough that they are easy to fill.  If at all possible, try to hang bird feeders in a location protected from driving winds, rain and snow.