Birdseed for Wild Birds
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The bird seed that is best for most wild birds is black oil sunflower seed. This type of wild bird seed attracts the widest variety of birds and is good for most regions, as well. Other good bird seed types include safflower and Nyjer seeds. You can also find wild bird seed blends made to attract either specific bird types or a variety of birds. Search our bird seed page by bird type to find the best kind for you.
Foods that are dangerous for wild birds include avocado, chocolate, dried beans, apple seeds and fruit pits, onions, garlic, and foods containing high levels of salt, fat, caffeine or alcohol. Avoid feeding wild birds junk food and table scraps and choose a healthy, species-appropriate bird seed to feed them instead.
Wild bird seed can last for a long time when properly stored and sealed. While many bird seed mixes can last for up to 6-12 months, many experts recommend only buying as much as you will feed in a month. Birds prefer fresher seed and many seed types can spoil, so it is better to buy seed more frequently than risk having it go bad.
You should replace the wild bird seed outside every 5 to 7 days, or even more often if conditions are humid and hot. Many experts recommend only putting out enough bird seed to last for 1 to 2 days and thoroughly washing your feeders regularly to prevent the spread of disease. Discard any birdseed that looks moldy, smells rancid, or is infested with insects, as spoiled seed can seriously harm wild birds.
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