Feeding the birds has never been easier—all you might need is an old used coffee container from your kitchen and perhaps a little imagination. A user on Reddit shared a hack to put your old coffee cans to good use.
They posted a picture with the centers of a large coffee can cut out and filled with bird food placed in the user’s garden. The picture also shows birds taking bites of the food from the can.
Various users responded to the post, applauding their thoughtfulness and creativity. One wrote, “Very nice. I wonder if one could turn it into a bird house of sorts by using the lid as some sort of entrance! Perhaps a small door cut into the lid and some bedding inside for whatever species of bird you seek.”
While another said, “That is so awesome! Thank you for sharing and also helping the feathered friends!”
Best bird feed to use
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) states that you can feed birds dried fruit, or fruit such as apples and pears. You can also put seeds and grains like nyjer, millet, oats and sunflower seeds.
“Be sure to look for good quality bird food – those that don’t include ‘fillers’ such as dried peas and beans, red dari and wholewheat that birds rarely eat,” the organization states.
Also don’t forget to add a little container with fresh water.
What to feed birds in the winter
During the fall and winter, birds require high-energy, high-fat foods, as per the RCPB. Extreme weather might require you to refill the container with food twice a day.
If you establish a feeding routine, the birds will get accustomed to it—so try not to change the times you refill the containers.
DON’T MISS..
Taking precautions
“If you see a sick bird on your feeders, stop feeding altogether, thoroughly clean your feeders and store away from the garden,” the organization warns.
Take precautions when feeding the birds. Wear gloves and wash your hands well after cleaning bird baths and feeders.
Comments are closed.