Discover the most popular types of bird feeders and learn how each one attracts different birds to your backyard.
Tube feeders:
Tube feeders hold small seeds like nyjer or sunflower chips. Their tall, cylindrical shape includes several feeding ports, so many birds can eat at once. They attract finches, chickadees, and other small songbirds.
Hopper feeders:
Hopper feeders hold larger seeds such as sunflower seeds. A tray at the bottom gives birds a place to perch while they eat. These feeders attract cardinals, jays, doves, and many other species.
Suet feeders:
Suet feeders hold blocks or cakes of suet, a high‑fat food loved by woodpeckers, nuthatches, and other birds that need extra energy. Many models use wire cages or mesh grids to keep the suet secure while birds feed. This simple design makes it easy for birds to cling and enjoy a rich, nutritious meal
Hummingbird feeders
These feeders are specifically designed to hold nectar, a sweet liquid that is popular with hummingbirds. They often have red or yellow feeding ports to attract hummingbirds, and some even have built-in ant moats to prevent ants from reaching the nectar.