![]() ![]() If you or your neighbors have let landscapes die in the drought, paved over backyards or replaced lawns with rocks or artificial turf, the neighborhood might not be as welcoming as it once was. The use of pesticides can also make a difference, as can heavy construction or a colony of cats living nearby. Choose a tree branch, shepherds hook, or another place to hang your feeder. Our unusually wet winter and spring have created an abundance of wild flowers and insects, and birds are taking advantage of that. ![]() It might seem like a dire warning that something’s wrong with the environment, but it’s more likely that it’s just nature at work. ![]() While it’s unsettling for your yard to be suddenly devoid of bird song, the birds are out there - just not in your neighborhood. Hummingbirds can be aggressive and territorial, and they will avoid feeding in areas where larger birds are active. You’d think I’d have a better answer, but “because nature” is the best I’ve got. Theres a ring at the bottom where birds can perch, as well as ten flower-shaped feeding portsproviding plenty of space for your feathered friends. I have used an umbrella above the feeder when I lived in a house with no. Is this widespread in the area? Any idea why?ĭEAR JOHN: I’ve been writing this column for more than a decade, and I get at least one of these questions every spring. If you have this kind of feeder, try to hang it in a shaded location or create shade. The best height to hang a hummingbird feeder is between 4 and 6 feet off the ground. We do have some crows but not that many to account for the scarcity of our bird life. Hang a hummingbird feeder is between 4 and 6 feet off the ground. DEAR JOAN: Where have all the birds gone this spring? I have not seen my two hummingbirds for six weeks, despite changing out the food every week, and we have not seen any songbirds. 2.2 Oz Hummingbird Feeder with hanging wire The lightweight shatterproof design can be hung in a variety of locations Angled flower nozzle offers easy feeding. Hummingbird food is sweet and many people mix sugar and water for these lovely birds. ![]()
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