Chipmunks, Squirrels, and Birds deck feeder. Wild animals and birds feeding fun.

Home made video with wild animals and birds feeding. What can I feed the birds?
Other seeds and nuts. Black sunflower seeds. Bird cake and food bars. Fat balls and other fat-based food bars are excellent winter food.
Live foods and other insect foods.
Dog and cat food.
Rice and cereals.
Fats, margarines and oils.
Milk and coconut.Show more

* Is Feeding birds a good idea?
Given birds eat a balanced diet which is 90 per cent insects and nectar, seed or fruit, WIRES [New South Wales Wildlife Information Rescue and Education Service Inc.] “Feeding birds can increase aggression and stress as many try to feed together, this wouldn't happen naturally,” says the organization.

* How do birds feel when feed?
When birds are fed, they feel most happy and satisfied. when the food is , more and plenty, they actually take a schedule.

* Is bread bad for birds?
Yes. Birds should not be offered many of the foods humans eat. Bread (fresh or stale): provides no real nutritional value for birds; moldy bread can harm birds.

* When should I stop feeding birds?
You can stop feeding birds as soon as the cold and snowy winter weather is over. Many people stop at this time. But I suggest waiting until May or even June to take down your feeders. Your winter birds may wait until late April to leave.

* What do chipmunks eat? When feeding your chipmunks, their diet should consist of up to 50% cereals (oats, wheat, barley, corn and millet sprays). You can also give unsalted nuts such as pine nuts.

* Is it OK to feed chipmunks?
Don't feed them processed foods, dairy, or meat. Try healthier options like small pieces of grapes, apples, cucumbers, strawberries and dry raisins. Other good nuts to try in moderation are pine nuts, walnuts, and almonds. Chipmunks have also been known to love dry oats.

* How often do you feed chipmunks?
six times a day
Chipmunks feed up to six times a day, eating a small meal each time. They use their strong teeth to gnaw and chew and often store extra food in their cheeks. During the winter, the chipmunk does not hibernate but sleeps more than usual and may eat less often since his choices are often limited.

* How much food does a chipmunk eat per day?
Chipmunks spend most of their days foraging. A single chipmunk can gather up to 165 acorns in a day, according to National Geographic Kids. Chipmunks hibernate, but they don't store fat to see them through long winters like bears do. During the warm months, chipmunks will stuff extra food into their cheek pouches.

* Is it bad to feed squirrels?
Feeding squirrels may cause them to lose their natural fear of humans, and this isn't good for either side of the equation. If squirrels come to expect food and it isn't provided, they may become aggressive in seeking it out. Many people who feed birds report having encountered this problem with the resident squirrels.

* What are squirrels favorite food?
They are not picky eaters and will feed on practically any food that's readily available, but they tend to prefer vegetables and fruit. Favorites of the squirrel diet include corn, mushrooms, squash and broccoli. They also enjoy apples, oranges, apricots and avocados.

* Should you feed squirrels in your garden?
Feeding squirrels in their own part of the garden with a good quality squirrel food can deter them from approaching the bird feeders. Be careful to avoid squirrels seeing where the bird/squirrel food is stored. ... They cost a little more but you quickly get your money back through savings in food!

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