How to Guide

Bird feeders are an
excellent way to attract
a bevy of birds to your
property. There are a
variety of feeders to
accommodate specific
types of birds and their
diets. Birds usually feed
at different heights, and
having multiple feeders
will not only attract a
variety of species, it will
also help avoid feeder
congestion. When placing
feeders close to windows
so that you can enjoy the
action, be aware that large
picture windows may
result in collisions. Here are
Audubon’s picks for six
feeders, and a little advice
on where to hang them.
Audubon Guide
to Bird Feeders
BIRD FEEDING BASICS
About Audubon
The National Audubon Society saves birds and their
habitats throughout the Americas using science,
advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation.
Audubon’s state programs, nature centers, chapters,
and partners have an unparalleled wingspan that
reaches millions of people each year to inform, inspire,
and unite diverse communities in conservation action.
Since 1905, Audubon’s vision has been a world in
which people and wildlife thrive.
Visit Audubon online for
more information and tips on
creating a bird-friendly yard.
www.audubon.org
225 Varick Street
New York, NY 10014
844.428.3826
Written by Stephen W. Kress, PhD
Photography by Mike Fernandez/Audubon