Whole Peanut Wreath Feeder
I bought this feeder about a month ago, and was a little skeptical about the birds actually using it. My fears were unfounded, as it took only a day for the woodpeckers to find it! They have been regular visitors ever since. Both the downy and hairy woodpeckers work at it constantly. But they don't pluck each peanut out individually, rather they peck at the shells and pull out the nuts inside.
The wreath measures 12" in diameter, and is like a heavy-duty slinky with hooks that are connected to the central hanging hook. The spacing is just right so that the peanuts do not automatically fall out, but can easily be plucked out by birds like blue jays. I filled it with unsalted whole shell peanuts, which I was very lucky to find on sale at my local grocery store! In fact, I picked up several bags at the sale price to keep my birds in peanuts throughout the winter months.
I have really enjoyed watching my birds using this new feeder. The natural fats found in the peanuts help keep their feathers in good condition, and also help to maintain their body heat at optimum levels even in the coldest weather. I think it was a good investment and a great addition to my backyard bird feeders!
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