Q: How often should I empty and clean the feeder?Ī: In hot weather, the feeder should be emptied and cleaned twice per week. In cooler weather, once per week is enough. If your hummingbirds empty the feeder with greater frequency, clean it every time it’s empty. Cleaning with hot tap water works fine, or use a weak vinegar solution. Avoid using dish soaps, as this can leave harmful residue in the feeder. Q: Should I use brown sugar, honey, or molasses instead of white sugar?Ī: No, only use refined white sugar. Other sweetening agents have additional ingredients that can prove detrimental to the hummingbirds. Never use artificial sweeteners to make hummingbird nectar. Q: Are hummingbirds attracted to red-colored things?Ī: Yes, hummingbirds are attracted to red, as well as other brightly colored objects, because they have learned to associate high-quality nectar with red flowers. Natural nectar itself is a clear solution. Q: Should I put red coloring in the nectar solution?Ī: No, red coloring is not necessary and the reddening chemicals could prove to be harmful to the birds. That’s ¼ cup of sugar in 1 cup of water. Bring the solution to a boil, then let it cool before filling the feeder. You can make a larger batch and refrigerate the extra solution, just remember to bring it up to room temperature before you re-fill the feeder. The best (and least expensive) solution for your feeder is a 1:4 solution of refined white sugar to tap water. Q: Do I need to buy special food for my hummingbirds?Ī: No. Q: Are there any downsides to supplying a hummingbird feeder to the birds in my yard?Ī: No. Your hummingbird feeder will be a supplemental source of nectar for your local hummingbirds, and can help them through times when there aren’t as many blooming flowers available nearby. (Read more about creating a hummingbird-friendly yard here.) Consult our FAQ below to ensure your feeder does no harm-and helps your hummers thrive. Perky-Pet ® recommends cleaning the hummingbird feeder at least twice a week, more often in very warm climates or seasons.While native flowering plants are the best source of nectar for hummingbirds, supplementing with a well-tended sugar-water feeder can provide additional sustenance during nesting season and migration. In addition to its wide mouth opening, this hummingbird feeder's base unscrews from the reservoir for convenient access and thorough cleaning. The feeder also comes with a built-in ant moat on the top of the feeder (simply fill the moat with water to keep the ants away).Įasy to Clean - Keep the feeder clean and filled with fresh nectar to ensure return visits from satisfied hummingbirds. The feeder's design also includes four feeding stations, each with a resting perch and a built-in bright-yellow, flower-shaped bee guard to protect the nectar supply. The Perky-Pet ® Pinch Waist Plastic Hummingbird Feeder has everything you need to attract hummingbirds to your yard.ġ6 Ounce Capacity & 4 Feeding Stations - Holding up to 16 ounces of nectar, this hummingbird feeder features a red plastic bottle with a pinched waist and a wide mouth for easy filling and cleaning. Perky-Pet ® Pinch-Waist Plastic Hummingbird Feeder
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