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How to Attract Finch Birds to a Finch Feeder

Just as there are varying species of finch birds, there are different varieties of finch feeders. Even though some finch feeders are designed to attract a certain species of finch, the type of finch feeder isn't crucial to attracting them. Tube feeders most often are used for finches. While you may use any of a number of types of feeders, selecting the right kind of food is essential to attracting finches to your yard.

Things You'll Need

Finch feeder
Thistle or Nyjer seeds
Perch

Instructions

- 1
  Hang the finch feeder in a location separate from other bird feeders and free from predators.
- 2
  Buy thistle or Nyjer seeds. Pour the seeds into a tube, satellite or regular feeder.
- 3
  Check the feeder and seeds often to ensure seeds are free of mold, mildew and moisture. According to the website BirdFeedersDirect.com, finches prefer seed clean and dry.
- 4
  Change the finch feed at least once a month or more often if the seed is wet.
- 5
  Establish a perch near the finch feeder for the birds to sit on while they wait for an open spot at the feeder.

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