FAQ's Wild Birds

Frequently Asked Wild Bird Related Questions   

These are actual wild bird related questions people have asked me.

So if you have a question, e-mail and I will answer and put the question on this page for reference.

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Q.  I've been told I should remove my hummingbird feeders in September to encourage the birds to migrate.

A. Hummingbirds will migrate when thy are ready to, regardless of feeder availability.

Their migration is dictated by nature.

I actually encourage people to keep their feeders out to give the hummers a little boost to help them along the way.

 There are no specific times to remove hummingbird feeders.

1) It depends on the region of the country you are in.

2) If your has any glass parts you want to take it in before a freeze

Q.  I am concerned that the bird's feet will stick to the metal perches on my feeder during the winter.  What can I do?

A.  Not to worry!  Ornithologists have determined that birds have no sweat glands in their feet and therefore, with no moisture present, will not freeze to metal feeder perches.