Bird feeders are best hung in a place where your visiting birds feel safe from predators. Most important: Avoid open and noisy areas and hang your bird feeders at eye level or a little above. Do not hang feeders too close to any place where squirrels can jump on them, or too low they are within a cat's reach.
Should bird feeders be close to the house?
Feeders should be placed either very close to the window (less than three feet), or much further away (greater than 10 feet). From close feeders, birds cannot hit the window hard enough for serious injury, and distant feeders provide enough room to safely maneuver.
Where is the best location for a bird feeder?
Birds will only feed in locations where they feel safe, so generally try to place your feeders above ground, near shelter such as trees or shrubbery but with a good vantage point so they can easily spot any oncoming threats.
How close to the house can you hang a bird feeder?
To prevent window strikes, place bird feeders either within 3 feet of your windows or more than 10 feet away from them. You can even try a window bird feeder to see birds up close.
When should I not put a bird feeder out?
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.
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