{"id":11406,"date":"2023-08-12T13:30:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-12T17:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebackyardnaturalist.com\/wordpress\/?p=11406"},"modified":"2023-10-06T14:14:07","modified_gmt":"2023-10-06T18:14:07","slug":"hummingbird-feeder-activity-peaks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thebackyardnaturalist.com\/wordpress\/hummingbird-feeder-activity-peaks\/","title":{"rendered":"Hummingbird Feeder Activity Peaks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Hummingbird feeder activity is peaking now while Hummingbirds bulk up and begin
migration! Now that nesting responsibilities are over, females and juveniles are out in abundance. Experience the joy of seeing an awkward juvenile discover your feeder for the very first time! <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

How to be a good Hummingbird Host during Migration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Keep your Hummingbird feeders clean and filled until two weeks after you see your last Hummingbird\u2014at least until Halloween. Feeding them will not delay their migration, we promise!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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WATER!!!<\/strong> Hummingbirds love\u00a0water misters<\/a>! Set up a mister in a shady spot to help them beat the heat. We have them in stock. See our Hummingbird products here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Keep feeders filled with fresh nectar.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While Hummingbird feeder activity is peaking (and as a good practice all during Hummingbird seasons): Clean feeders and refresh nectar every few days<\/strong>, or\u00a0sooner<\/em>\u00a0if not crystal clear. In the heat of summer, this should be done every other day generally. In addition to keeping Hummingbird feeders filled, it’s super-duper important to fill them with the right food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nectar IS NOT RED!!! Your red feeder does the attracting, not the contents.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Use only\u00a0clear<\/em>\u00a0nectar!<\/strong>\u00a0Nectar in nature is clear, and you want to mimic their natural food sources.\u00a0Never use red food dye!<\/strong>\u00a0This is not appropriate for Hummingbirds. We have super-convenient,\u00a0finely ground sucrose that’s quick and easy to\u00a0mix in our\u00a0Super Shaker<\/a>. No boiling necessary! You can also make your own nectar.\u00a0It’s easy! See our\u00a0Hummingbird page<\/a>\u00a0for the recipe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clean feeders diligently. No soap!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Do not use soaps when cleaning<\/strong>\u00a0your hummingbird feeders or nectar bottles! Cleaning with hot water is usually enough if you are being diligent, not letting mold develop. If needed, white vinegar is a safe cleaner and mixed with salt can be good as an abrasive.Hummingbird Wars?! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add another feeder if Hummingbirds are battling.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Add another feeder<\/strong>\u00a0to reduce fighting. Hummingbirds are very territorial.\u00a0\u00a0We recommend the Aspects Hummzinger series and Droll Yankees ‘Little Flyer’. See more of our\u00a0favorite Hummingbird Feeders here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep feeders up to support late migrants.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

And lastly, after peak activity and traffic slows, support the late migrants. Keep your feeders up a\u00a0full two weeks after your last sighting<\/strong>. (We’ve had sightings as late as Halloween!)Take a photo of your Hummingbird feeding frenzy and share it on our\u00a0Facebook page!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our hearts are full of gratitude for your steadfast support. Thank you for all the kind words and encouragement. It means the world to us!
Debi,\u00a0Mike and The Backyard Naturalist Team<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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