The Best Place to Put Hummingbird Feeders in the Yard

Considerations

• Understanding a bit about hummingbird behavior can help you choose an ideal location for a feeder. Hummingbirds are territorial, meaning they may chase others from the feeder. Also, these birds do not immediately recognize feeders as a food source, according to the Garden Gate Magazine.

Choosing a Location

• Hummingbirds need feeders placed in easily visible spots so they can identify them as food sources. Hang the feeder in a bright, sunny location free from overhanging trees or large bushes, as these may hide predators.

Windows

• Many people choose to hang feeders near windows to provide them with a good view of feeding hummingbirds. With that placement, curtains or window decals are essential to prevent birds from flying into the glass, according to hummingbird enthusiast Lanny Chambers of the Hummingbirds.net website.

Multiple Feeders

• When hanging multiple feeders, space them apart so that one feeder is not visible from the other. This helps prevent territorial behavior, according to Garden Gate Magazine.