I have been feeding birds for ages. My parents fed birds. We are bird people! I will say it took me a while to adapt to a few things that have changed my whole bird feeding view, especially after having running battles with squirrels for a very long time. So, here goes:
1. I bought a Slinky. Yes, all those videos about using Slinkys on your poles to keep the squirrels at bay do work. Since adding them to our two poles, the squirrels just looking longingly up but no matter how much they try, they have not figured out how to defeat it.
2. I bit the bullet, after reading many reviews, to pay more for a no-waste bird food. This food is more expensive then other brands, but let me give it the praise it deserves: I go through MUCH LESS food now. Why? Because the birds are not pushing the garbage seeds out to get to what they want. In addition, for some of the birds, like the nuthatches, that only like certain seeds, the ones they still push out are eaten by the juncos and sparrows, as well as the squirrels who poke around underneath the feeder. I have two feeders, and it's been a month and I still have half a bag left of this bird food. Also, I moved the feeders up to our deck, and there is NO SEED LEFT underneath. It is all eaten by other birds or squirrels. No clean up. The juncos will even go under the deck to check for any seed that feel through. I am a true believer now of spending a little more for a much better result, as the value you get per pound is fantastic.
3. I bought capscasin suet squares. A little more per pack, but birds are not bothered and the squirrels learn quickly to avoid them. I now have woodpeckers and chickadees happily feeding away without competing with the squirrels. Another example of spend a $1 more and use less overall.
So, as to the seed, RUN don't WALK to order this stuff. It is well made, seems fresh, and it's just a good value for your dollar in the long run.
Lyric Fine Tunes Wild Bird Seed - No Waste Bird Food Mix - Attracts Bluebirds, Finches, Chickadees & More - 15 lb. Bag
4.5 | 4,415 ratings
Price: 39.99
Last update: 12-18-2024
About this item
Hand-crafted, premium mix with all-natural nutrition to attract the widest variety of birds
Finely cut blend, for smaller beaks - especially younger birds
100% edible nut and kernel blend that is a natural source of Vitamin E for bird health
6 nutritional ingredients.
Not recommended for domestic (caged) birds
Finely cut ingredients flow easily in feeders of all sizes
Finely cut blend, for smaller beaks - especially younger birds
100% edible nut and kernel blend that is a natural source of Vitamin E for bird health
6 nutritional ingredients.
Not recommended for domestic (caged) birds
Finely cut ingredients flow easily in feeders of all sizes
Product information
| Item Weight | 15 pounds |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Lebanon Seaboard Corporation |
| ASIN | B008SBKE0Y |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Item model number | 2647440 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars
4,415
4.4 out of 5 stars |
| Date First Available | August 3, 2012 |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 17.76 x 12.4 x 5.31 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 24.5 x 12 x 4.25 inches |
| Item Weight | 15 Pounds |
| Brand Name | Lyric |
| Target Audience Keyword | Wild Birds, birds |
| Directions | For animal use only |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Warranty Description | Lyric guarantees you will be satisfied with the performance of this product when used as directed, or your money back. If not satisfied, describe the nature of your problem and simply send proof of purchase to Lebanon Seaboard Corporation, 1600 East Cumberland Street, Lebanon, PA 17042. |
| Model Name | Fine Tunes |
| Size | 15 Pound (Pack of 1) |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Lebanon Seaboard Corporation |
| Style | Seed Mix |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
| Included Components | Peanut pieces, pistachio pieces, almond pieces, sunflower kernels, hulled white proso millet and shelled pumpkin seed pieces. |
| Specific Uses for Product | Feeding wild birds |
Top reviews from the United States
Timothy L. Wagner (Old Daddy Funk)Three Bird Feeding Tips I Learned, and as to the Food? It's Worth the Price.
JANET CROMER NIGHTINGALEGreat Product!
tazzNo clean up.
K. LiebeDefinitely don't use in a tray. One star size for that.
K. Liebe
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2023
Problem is that these pieces are WAY too small to handle any kind of moisture at all. They will happily blow away in the breeze as well, and they clump up HORRIBLY if it is even a little damp. Originally, I had planned to give it a 1 star review specifically because I was trying to use it in a covered tray feeder and if I didn't realize it was going to rain later in the day I always had a clogged mess on my hands.
BUT, I realized that it was such small pieces that it might actually work in one of my squirrel (and dove) proof feeders instead and have been using it there exclusively instead. It works pretty well actually. It does have some pieces that are too big and then the feeder gets clogged (which is annoying) but overall it flows through easily and the quality and variety of the mix are excellent so I'll keep buying it for that specific feeder.
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DLGThe Lyric brand is very high quality but pricing is all over the place
McLean-iteBest feed
Leigh AnkneyDISAPPOINTED - PRODUCT HAS CHANGED
SagaciousSwede