A. Wild birds are selective over what they eat and when. It is not that they do not like it but they might have another source or they don’t need it right now. Never remove or stop feeding these seeds as shortages can happen at any time. A deep cleaning is basically an energetic and thorough routine cleaning, with the addition of a good soak after scrubbing. You’ll use boiling hot soapy water with either a little added bleach or using equal parts boiling hot soapy water and white vinegar. Note: Don’t use bleach for your wood feeders as the smell of bleach may never rinse off! See our step-by-step guide for cleaning below. What you will need to clean your feeders: While your feeders dry, it’s a good time to rake up any food or debris beneath your feeders and throw it away. For all other feeders, Bleach is the best at fighting bacteria. But used to clean a wooden feeder, the bleach smell may linger no matter how much you rinse. If you choose to use the vinegar solution for your other feeders, plan to leave them soaking soaking for at least an hour for the vinegar to be most effective. A. Many will notice less activity at this time. It is unlikely the birds have gone away but in late summer birds have finished their breeding season which is their busiest time. Many birds will now be moulting to replace plumage. When losing these feathers they are more vulnerable so they stay more concealed than normal. They wont sing as much and won’t feel the need to defend their territory so it seems as they have gone away. Continue to feed at this time as food shortages can happen at any time of year.

Long, rustproof stainless steel handle to ensure thorough cleaning of even the tallest bird feeders. This special long-handle cleaning brush is suitable for tubular feeders, so you can keep your bird feeders clean and your birds healthy. Locate feeders stations near cover so that they’re easily accessible, but not too close if there is a risk of predators. A. Locate feeders near cover so that they’re easily accessible, but not too close if there is a risk of predators.

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A. It is not uncommon for birds to take some time to visit new feeders or food that is offered. It can be down to the species in your area and other food resources that are available. Provide some cover for the birds and ensure some fresh drinking water is available. A. Shortages in bird food can happen at any time of year so once you start feeding do not stop. Birds also need a supply of fresh clean water every day. Alternative for using bleach: Use equal parts white vinegar and hot water instead. Soak for at least 60 minutes. Once you have started to feed the birds it is important to continue this, and develop a routine, as the birds will become reliant upon your help.