![]() ![]() There are lots of bird-friendly types of peanut butter available on the market too. There are specific peanut butter feeders available, or you can spread it into the crevices of a large pinecone and then hang it from a tree. However, it must be unsalted as the salt can harm the birds. PEANUT BUTTER is a high calorie food that is loved by lots of different birds.Chop into small chunks so it's easier for smaller birds to enjoy. Even badly bruised fruit will go down well. FRUIT like apples and pears are a great addition to the bird feeder. ![]() MIXED SEEDS are a great coverall option and an easy way to start feeding birds in winter. However, 'avoid mixed bird seed containing mostly oats and milo - birds don’t eat these grains,' advises Kathee Muzin, founder of The Joy Of Birdwatching.CHEESE is a great choice for the same reason as above and is popular with a wide range of birds.The difference between sunflower seeds and black oil sunflower seeds is that black oil sunflower seeds are larger and have more calories per seed, making them a highly nutritious meal for your feathered-friends. BLACK OIL SUNFLOWER SEEDS are also popular.It is loved by lots of birds including Northern Cardinals, Tufted titmice, House finches, nuthatches, and jays. If you are only putting one type of food on your feeder, this is the one to go for. BLACK SUNFLOWER SEEDS are a one of the most popular seeds among a wide range of birds.HIGH FAT options such as nuts, lard and suet are good choices for winter as birds will benefit from the additional energy they provide.We've rounded up some of the best things to put on your bird table, hang in a tree or scatter on the ground when feeding birds in winter. 'Obviously it helps for the food to be as calorific as possible and seeds, nuts and fat are best of all,' writes Monty Don on his blog. When feeding birds in winter there are lots of options for good foodstuffs. (Image credit: Getty Images) The best things to feed backyard birds in winter ![]()
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