Perky-Pet Mason Jar Wild Bird Feeder

The Perky-Pet Glass Mason Jar Wild Bird Seed Feeder is sure to provide plenty of room for the appropriate flow of food for your feathered friends with its 8 feeding ports. The blue color of this bottle is reminiscent of vintage blue glass canning jars used in the 1800's. This Mason jar style feeder is a breeze to fill and clean, just unscrew the bottle from the base, fill with your favorite seed, and screw the base back into place - it's that easy!

Wild Birds love:

• 8 feeding ports
• Shiny steel base
• Consistently clean feeder

You'll love:

• Pure enjoyment and relaxation watching wild bird vistiors feeding right outside your window
• Ease of cleaning
• Ease of filling
• Vintage look this feeder will add to your yard

Other Mason Jar Feeder Models available from Perky-Pet:

Waterer Model # 783	Seed Feeder Model # 784	Hummingbird Feeder Model # 785
32 oz. capacity	1 lb. seed capacity	32 oz. capacity

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What is the importance of providing water for wild birds?

A. Wild birds need fresh, clean water just as much as they need seed. Birds stay healthy by using water not just for drinking, but also for bathing, cleaning their feathers and to remove parasites. Waterers are better options than bird baths because they provide birds with fresh, clean water that prevents dirt and debris from contaminating it. In hotter climates or seasons, providing water for birds makes it easy for them to have access to a water source and retain their energy. By adding a water source, you also can attract a larger variety of birds to your yard. You may even attract more colorful birds that don't eat seed, but are in need of water!

Q. What are the most popular bird seeds to use?

A. Black Oil Sunflower Seed is the most popular bird seed. It is much smaller than the traditional sunflower seed and best for those birds with smaller bills, such as the sparrow, junco and goldfinch. This seed is accepted by the greatest variety of birds.

Mixed Seed is also popular. It is best to buy the mixes that contain white proso millet, a tiny cream colored seed with a shiny shell. Mixes containing finely cracked corn and black oil sunflower are also preferred by a large number of birds.

Nyjer (Thistle Seed) is imported from Africa and Asia. Nyjer won't germinate, however, it has a tendency to become moldy due to lack of air circulation. If you notice mold on the seed, it must be removed from the feeder and the feeder must be cleaned thoroughly.

Q. How do I clean my bird feeders?

A. Before filling your feeder with fresh seed, it is recommended that the following precautions are taken:

1. Remove all old seed.
2. Soak feeder in a light water/bleach solution (9 parts water to 1 part bleach).
3. Scrub feeder and allow to air dry.
4. Rake and remove accumulated hulls and droppings from underneath the feeders.
5. Spread mulch (bark or wood) under the feeder, replace mulch when soiled.
6. Thoroughly wash hands after handling and cleaning feeders.

Accessorizing Your Seed Feeder:

Baffle	Hanging chain	Hook	Pole	Seed Scoop	Waterer