If Northern Cardinals live in your area but rarely use your feeder, start by checking whether the feeder is comfortable to use, whether the yard offers nearby cover, and whether you are watching long enough to catch their visits. Those are common troubleshooting points, but they are not the only possibilities. Seed choice, natural food, … Read more
Winter can be one of the easiest times to notice Northern Cardinals because they remain in their range year-round and often become more social outside the breeding season. In fall and winter they may forage in flocks ranging from a handful of birds to much larger groups, so feeder activity can arrive in bursts rather … Read more
Northern Cardinals are one of the birds people most often want to see at a backyard feeder, and the good news is that they are not nearly as difficult to feed as they are sometimes made out to be. Sunflower seed, a feeder with enough room to land comfortably, nearby shrubs, and a little patience … Read more
Cardinals love open feeding spaces, but buying a standard 8-inch tray is the fastest way to cause backyard brawls instead of peaceful feeding. Finding the best platform feeder for cardinals comes down to understanding their winter flocking habits. Because they feed in groups during the colder months, they require a minimum of a 10×10 inch … Read more