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How to Attract Birds to Your Backyard: Feeders, Food, Baths & DIY Houses
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items Everything you need to attract and care for wild birds in your own backyard—these are my favorite tried-and-true picks.
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Feeder Favorites
Bird Baths They’ll Love
Bird Food & Feed Tips
Bird Houses & DIY Projects
Feeder Favorites
These are bird feeders that actually work—easy to clean, squirrel-resistant, and attract a variety of birds.
I’ve tried many, but this one keeps the squirrels away without fail and is a favorite for finches and chickadees.
Perky-Pet Squirrel-Be-Gone Max Pinecone Bird Feeder Mesh Hanging Squirrel-Resistant Tube Bird feeder - 1.75-lbs
This one sticks right to the window! Great for up-close views of your little visitors.
Backyard Expressions Acrylic Window-mount (suction cup) Window Bird feeder -
Classic wooden style that holds a ton of seed—perfect for cardinals and blue jays in my yard.
Pennington Pennington Wood Hanging Hopper Bird feeder - 2.5-lbs. 2-cake Capacity
This thing is amazing! It captures photos and videos of every visitor and sends them right to my phone. I’ve identified birds I never knew came to my yard! Perfect for birdwatchers who love tech.
Birdfy Official Site - Birds in Sight, Joy in Mind -Bird Feeder Camera
Bird Baths They’ll Love
These bird baths are not just décor—they're used daily in my backyard!
otal game-changer in cold weather. Birds still came even when everything else was frozen over.
100W Thermostatic Heated Bird Bath
I hung this from a tree branch near a feeder and the birds go nuts for it!
12" Heavy Duty Hanging Bird Bath Bowl
This adds movement to your bird bath, and birds seem to love the sound of bubbling water. They love to splash in it!
Solar Bird Bath Fountain with Battery & Nozzles
Bird Food & Feed Tips
After some trial and error, these food picks brought in the most variety.
Always my #1 go-to. Attracts everything from cardinals to woodpeckers.
Black Oil Sunflower Seeds : Target
This blend has been a great choice for attracting goldfinches and other small songbirds. I love that it’s mess-free and easy to pour into my finch feeder—plus the birds seem to really enjoy it!
Kaytee No Mess Finch Blend Bird and Wildlife Food - 8lbs
These suet cakes are packed with nutrients and attract a wide range of birds to my yard—especially during colder months. I’ve seen woodpeckers, nuthatches, and even the occasional bluebird enjoying them!
Audubon Park 11oz High Energy Suet Wild Bird Food
Bird Houses & DIY Projects
These are some birdhouses and hands-on projects I’ve enjoyed making and hanging.
I hung this one in a tree near the edge of my yard, and it’s been such a hit with the wrens! It has a charming design and blends beautifully into the natural surroundings.
Nature's Way Cedar Wren House, 8x8.875x8.125
I created and hung this one with my niece—it turned out cute and functional!
Unfinished Gourd Birdhouse - Create Your Own
This DIY kit from Target was just the right mix of fun and simple! It came with everything I needed and was easy to put together and decorate. A great project for all ages—and the birds love it too!
MindWare Make Your Own Birdhouse - 7 Pieces
Super simple craft project with a rustic look—and it actually works!
DIY Dollar Tree Mason Jar Bird Feeder
This was such a fun and easy project! I used a small clay pot, a saucer, and some twine to create a cozy little hideaway for small birds. It turned out so cute hanging in the garden and adds a bit of rustic charm.
Repurpose An Old Terra-Cotta Pot Into A Simple DIY Birdhouse For Your Backyard - House Digest