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Platform bird feeders are a good choice for backyard bird lovers. They are attractive to
the largest number of wild birds. A platform bird feeder is very versatile can be hung, post mounted, deck
mounted or placed on the ground with added legs. Is able hold many different kinds of wild bird food.
A Platform bird feeder is one of the easiest feeders to maintain. They are probably the
most common and come in a variety of styles.
For anyone who is just getting started with feeding birds, platform bird feeders are a great
way to begin. Especially during the winter when natural food is scarce, platform bird feeders are perfect to offer
an assortment of kitchen leftovers such as scraps of bread, cake, biscuits and pancakes, as well as cooked oatmeal,
farina and other cereals.
Some of the birds that eat from platform bird feeders are cardinals, woodpeckers, finches, sparrows and
doves. Essentially, platform bird feeders are of two types: elevated and ground level. Generally,
wooden platform bird feeders are the most popular type of bird feeder around. One of the reasons why platform
bird feeders are so effective is that they provide an ideal feeding set up for the greatest variety of birds.
There are however, two significant drawbacks to these feeders. Platform feeders also tend to be messy, if
there is no cover, the bird seed will get wet when it rains or snows. Like that the seed can be spoilt.
The key to attracting a wide variety of wild birds into your yard is using a variety of bird feeders and wild
bird seed. Platform feeders will hold a large volume and variety of bird food, allowing you to custom mix
your feed to attract the specific species you desire.
Platform bird feeders are the most non-selective type of bird feeders because they allow easy access by all
birds.
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