Types of Feeders

There are all sorts of feeder types adapted to food type and feeding habits of small birds:

Seed Feeders

Usually consist of a transparent tubular container with holes, through which the birds are able to get to the seeds.

 

These are designed for sunflower seeds, kernels and seed mixes.

 

Nyjer seeds are smaller and need a special type of feeder with very small holes. 

Why not make your own feeder? 

 

Here is a handy guide for how to make one from recycled plastic bottles.