Best Feeder For Peanuts

This slinky style feeder is made of high quality steel with a green powder coated finish. Measuring 16" in diameter and chew proof. The hanging hook gives you multiple options on where to place this feeder. Naturesroom has put a 10 oz bonus pack of un-salted peanuts to get you started.How to Feed Peanuts to Backyard Birds Peanuts can be offered to backyard birds. Whole peanuts, either in the shell or just the hearts of the nuts, are popular with larger birds such as jays, ravens, crows, woodpeckers and grackles. Smaller birds may also take the nut meats and pound or break them into smaller, bite-size pieces. Birds of all sizes will appreciate easier-to-eat peanut chunks. Some types of peanuts should never be offered to birds. Flavored varieties, including salted, smoked or seasoned peanuts, as well as any peanuts with a candy or chocolate coating, are never appropriate and can be dangerous for birds. .Because peanuts are so popular, this specialized feeder makes it easier to offer these treats in your backyard. It will hold whole nuts and make the birds work to wrangle each nut out of the feeder-providing plenty of entertainment for backyard birders as well as making the supply last longer. It is important, however, not to offer too many peanuts at once - they are highly susceptible to mold and mildew and can go rancid in just a few days in warm or moist climates. To avoid wasted, unappetizing nuts, only put out as many peanuts as the birds will consume in a day or two. Always store peanuts in a cool, dry place to keep them fresh as long as possible, or consider buying smaller quantities to keep the supply fresh. Squirrel Treats Peanuts are also a favorite treat of squirrels and chipmunks. There are many ways you can work to squirrel-proof a bird feeder to make it more difficult for squirrels to raid the nut supply, or you can offer a second supply of peanuts in this specialized feeder.