- How do you make a bird feeder out of a soda bottle?
- How do you make a bird feeder out of a 2 liter pop bottle?
- What can I put under my bird feeder?
- How do you get birds to notice your bird feeder?
How do you make a bird feeder out of a soda bottle?
The bottom of the bottle will become the top of the feeder. Cut or poke two holes on opposite sides of the bottle, three inches from the bottle cap. Make the holes just large enough for a chopstick to fit through. Ask your child to insert the chopstick; this will serve as a perch for the birds to sit on.
How do you make a bird feeder out of a 2 liter pop bottle?
Instructions
- Clean the Bottle. Clean and dry the bottle thoroughly, removing any labels. ...
- Attach the Hanger Hook. Screw the hook into the center of the bottle's cap, making sure it is firm and tight. ...
- Add Perches. ...
- Cut Feeding Ports. ...
- Fill With Seed. ...
- Hang the Feeder.
What can I put under my bird feeder?
8 Solutions for the Bare Spot Under Your Bird Feeders
- Buy a no-mess blend of birdseed.
- Use a seed tray.
- Prepare to experiment with different plants (below, you'll find a list of plants that might work for you).
- Consider a wildflower garden.
- Consider low-growing shrubs (see list below).
- Install a little concrete 'patio.
How do you get birds to notice your bird feeder?
Position the feeder in an attractive, safe location, preferably near a brush pile, hedge, or another type of shelter so birds can feel secure when visiting. Add a nearby bird bath to help birds notice and visit a new feeder, but do not position the bath so close that it will become dirty and clogged with seed debris.