What to Put in Hummingbird Feeders

By Vickie Ferguson

Instructions

Types

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There are several types of hummingbird feeders made from ceramic, glass or plastic material designed to hold liquid. The feeders may or may not have a perch for the hummingbird to sit on while sipping the liquid.

Significance

Step 1:
Hummingbirds expend energy quickly and require a boost from flower nectar to recharge. To supplement natural flower nectar, make homemade sugar water or use a pre-packaged mix from a pet store.

Considerations

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Prepare the sugar water by combining one part regular white sugar to four parts of spring or tap water.

Time Frame

Step 1:
Fill the hummingbird feeder every two to three days with the sugar water mixture. Refrigerate remaining liquid for no more than two weeks.

Warning

Step 1:
Use only white cane sugar when making the sugar water. Do not substitute with honey, molasses, artificial sweeteners or brown sugar.

Resources

Photo/Video Credit

Photos by Cheryl Empey

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