

Squirrel proof– Best if you have tons of squirrels.Hummingbird – attracts mainly hummingbirds.Window – super easy installation, no yard needed.Peanut – attracts woodpeckers, jays, titmice and other birds that like peanuts (most).Nyjer/thistle – best for attracting goldfinches.Suet – great for attracting woodpeckers.Ground/platform – great for a variety of birds (and animals in general).Hopper – perfect for someone who doesn’t want to change the seed often.Just read over them and decide which type of feeder you like. I can say though that all of the bird feeders on this list would serve you well. So unfortunately there isn’t a clear winner for best bird feeder here, it really depends on you. If you live in an apartment or condo and don’t have much of a yard, I recommend trying a window feeder. Having said that, all of the feeders on this list were carefully selected and are great buys. Try #1 or #11 on this list if you just aren’t sure of the type but know you want to offer seed. If you are just getting started with feeding birds, and have a yard for placing a feeder, or have no clue where to start with all of the options, I recommend trying a good tube or hopper feeder. The best bird feeder is the one that meets your needs and works best for you, your yard, and the birds that visit it. Which type of bird feeder is best for me? This list I’ve put together contains some of the best bird feeders for beginners to the hobby and old pros alike. It can be hard to navigate all of the different categories of feeders and features and what might be the best type for you, especially if you are new to all this. There are multiple types of bird feeders for feeding dozens of types of birds.

The world of feeding wild birds is bigger than one might think.
