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October 10, 2008
Chickadees are insect eating birds and are very valuable for controlling insects. They turn to eating seeds in winter when the supply of insects is greatly decreased. Therefore, it is especially important to have black oil seeds and nyjer seeds available for them, and as for all the birds, always have suet feeders for them to peck at.
Black-capped chickadees hide food under tree bark and in patches of lichen. They can remember the locations of multiple hiding places and return later when food is scarce. These food stashes are probably vitally important in winter during times of heavy snowfall. You can give them a hand by tucking bits of peanut butter in tree bark. Peanut butter is a special treat!
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