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Sunflower Chips

Sunflower chips are sunflower seeds without the hulls (shells) and are hands down the most popular seed available. They come in either a medium grind or finely ground. There are advantages for you and for the birds. Since there is no shell there is less mess under the feeder and if it falls to the ground it will not grow. The birds love this seed and it is easier for the birds to eat. Even some insectivores will eat chips.

Attracts

Woodpeckers, mockingbirds, wrens, chickadees, titmice, nuthatches, goldfinches, house finches, grosbeaks, sparrows, bluebirds, juncos, jays, quail, turkey, doves, pigeons and squirrel

Use in these feeders

tube, hopper, hanging platform, ground platform
At the Water Cooler


I've heard a Great-horned Owl off and on in our yard for years. I happened to see her the other day just before dusk in our large oak tree. She was just waking up from a long day of snoozing, getting a little preening done in preparation for a night of hunting. I got as close as I could to her trying not to scare her away.

"Don't worry," she said casually. "I'm not ready to take off yet." "Wow," I...

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East Bay Times Article


Attracting birds and bees to our yards and gardens is simple, if we provide what they like and need.

Joanie Smith, owner of East Bay Nature in Walnut Creek, says there are five essential elements for success — water, food, cover, nesting and safety.

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