Are Bird Feeders Expensive

Feeders and seed can be expensive. Not only do feeders cost money, but so do poles or hooks to hang them, baffles to protect them from predators, cleaning brushes to maintain them, and of course, seed to fill them. For birders on a tight budget or fixed income, the cost of feeding birds can be prohibitive.

What is the cheapest way to feed the birds?

For example, bluebirds love mealworms while cracked corn and peanuts can attract birds like sparrows, doves, cardinals and more. Cracked corn is available in large bags at your local feed store. Another inexpensive bird food is chicken scratch. A variety of small birds love it, and it’s such a bargain.

How much do you spend on bird seed?

It’s not at all uncommon for people to spend upwards of $200-$300 a month on bird seed alone. Especially if you are letting all the critters in your yard eat up.