{"id":22292,"date":"2023-12-14T10:30:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-14T15:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/?p=22292"},"modified":"2025-09-08T10:26:43","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T14:26:43","slug":"7-types-of-bird-feeders-and-birds-that-like-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/7-types-of-bird-feeders-and-birds-that-like-them\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Types of Bird Feeders and Birds That Like Them"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you\u2019re looking to attract and catch a glimpse of your favorite birds but aren\u2019t sure which type of bird feeder they\u2019re attracted to, we\u2019re here to help. Which birds like what feeders?<\/a> The following list offers seven types of bird feeders and the birds you\u2019re likely to attract with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Different birds have different bird feeder preferences. If you love cardinals or woodpeckers, orioles or hummingbirds, you\u2019re more likely to attract them with just the right bird feeder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tray Feeder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tray feeders attract a wide variety of birds. Keep in mind that while they are open and easily accessible, they need good drainage as they are open to rainfall. Tray feeders with screened bottoms are best to allow good drainage. Tray feeders can be mounted or suspended and some have roofs to provide added protection.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Poly Post Mount Deluxe Tray Feeder<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Birds that like tray feeders include: Starlings, pigeons, grosbeaks, sparrows, jays, and blackbirds.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Window Mount Tray Bird Feeder<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Hopper Feeder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A hopper feeder offers some protection against the weather. They hold a good amount of seed and they can be mounted on a pole or hung up. The seed empties into a tray so birds can get to it easily. Visiting birds can sit on the base as they eat. Hopper feeders are also called house feeders since their design looks like a little house. They are harder to clean than tray feeders.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Poly Hopper Eco Friendly Bird Feeder<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Birds that like hopper feeders include: Finches, jays, sparrows, chickadees, and cardinals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Suet Feeder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Suet feeders can be hung, nailed to a tree trunk or added to the side of a hopper feeder. Suet feeders feature a suet cage made of wire or plastic-coated mesh frame. Suet feeders hold suet cakes that are a high protein food. Some suet contains nuts and berries.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Amish Poly Suet Bird Feeder<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Birds that like suet feeders include: Woodpeckers, chickadees, jays and titmice, cardinals, and wrens.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Poly Hopper Single Suet Bird Feeder<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Nectar Feeder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nectar feeders are designed to hold sweet nectar. Bright colors make great materials for nectar feeders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Birds that like nectar feeders include: Hummingbirds and orioles.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Poly Double Nectar Oriole Feeder<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Ground Feeder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ground feeders attract birds who prefer to find their food on the ground. With their open tray design, ground feeders can hold a variety of food items and keep seed off the ground. For an open ground feeder, the best positioning for them is under a cover like a gazebo, trees or shrubs.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Poly Covered Ground Feeder with Removeable Tray<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Birds that like ground feeders include: Doves, bluebirds, sparrows, cardinals, pigeons, buntings and starlings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Peanut Feeder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Peanut feeders are, you guessed it, filled with peanuts, either with or without shells. There\u2019s enough room for birds to pull them out. It\u2019s recommended to set them up pretty high to help prevent squirrels from invading them.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Whole Peanut Bird Feeder<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Birds that like peanut feeders include: Magpies, chickadees, sparrows, woodpeckers, cardinals, jays, bluebirds, and finches.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Recycled Poly Peanut Bird Feeder<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Oriole Feeder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The oriole feeder is a colorful one since orioles are attracted to the color orange. These feeders will feature a perch and feeding stations that hold yummy treats like oranges, nectar, jellies, mealworms or fruit. Oriole feeders should be cleaned often to remove any sticky residue that could attract bugs. Most have removable jelly jars or dishes that lift right out for easy cleaning.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Triple Layer Oriole Feeder–DutchCrafters Exclusive<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Birds that like oriole feeders include: Orioles<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to matching the right feeder with your desired bird, remember the following when selecting a feeder:<\/p>\n\n\n\n