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August 5, 2008
Typical bluebird feeders will have a similar look of a house with plexiglass or slotted sides so the birds can see in, with 1 1/2″ entrance holes on each end so they can enter and leave easily and, like the nest box, that size hole will keep most other birds out.
However, there are bluebird feeders designed for meal worms which the bluebirds just love. Unfortunately, many other birds love them also, so take precautions to protect some of the tasty little worms for the bluebirds!
Bluebirds primarily eat insects when available and supplement this diet with various fruits and berries. Nut meats, sunflower chips, meal worms, raisins and prepared food like suet bars are also enjoyed by the bluebirds.
Bluebirds need to “learn” to eat from a bluebird feeder. Feeders should have a platform under the entrance hole so that the food can be placed on the platform while the bluebird is learning to go inside the feeder to eat. Providing an easy source of food allows the bluebirds to spend their energy on nest building and caring for their babies instead of foraging for food.
Bluebird feeders should be placed in an area that is visible to the birds. It is not recommended to place the feeder close to bluebird or other houses but find a place where the birds seem to frequent to find their food.
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