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Sunflower, Black Oil - 1lb

Black oil sunflower seeds have shells which most seed eating birds can easily crack open. The kernels are nutritious and have a high oil content. Black oil sunflower seeds are second behind sunflower seed chips in popularity.

Attracts

American Goldfinch, Lesser Goldfinch, House Finch, Purple Finch, Pine Siskin, Chestnut-backed Chickadee, Oak Titmouse, White-breasted Nuthatch, jays, woodpeckers, grosbeaks, sparrows, pigeons, quail and turkey.

Use in these feeders

tube, hopper, mesh or platform feeders.

  $1.99 Quantity:   each
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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