Eastern Bluebird
Bluebirds nest in cavities and will use artificial nest boxes. Habitat and nest cavities have been declining for many years. However, thousands of nest boxes across the country have helped to make a remarkable comeback.
Wild Birds Unlimited Eastern Bluebird
How Do You Attract Them?
Mealworms
The larvae of the Tenebrio Molitor beetle are known as mealworms. Mealworms can be eaten by birds such as bluebirds and chickadees. Mealworms can crawl so it is important to keep them in a place they cannot escape.
Mealworms can last for several weeks at 40-50°F. The worms can use a potato or apple slice as a moisture source.
Bark Butter Bits
Bag dimensions: 11 1/2 ” x 8” x 4”
Jim’s Birdacious(r), Bark Butter(r), and Bits are small, bite-sized pieces of rendered beef suet and soy oil. Bark Butter Bits make it easy to offer Bark Butter in tray or seed tube feeders. To attract many birds to your feeder, simply add them to the tray or seed tube.
Jim Carpenter is Wild Birds Unlimited’s founder and CEO. He also created Jim’s Birdacious Treats Trays & Toppers (TM). This innovative system transforms a small outdoor area into a bird-feeding system that is full of activity.
Sunflower Chips
The Hulled Sunflower is a bird’s favorite food, but it doesn’t have to be contaminated with shell debris.
You can get more birds for your dollar by selling sunflower seeds without shells. There won’t be any mess in your feeder if there are no shells. The oil content of hulled sunflower seeds is high and provides birds with extra energy. This seed is ideal for placing in bird feeders on patios, balconies, and sidewalks. Because you don’t have to pay for shells that aren’t consumed, hulled sunflower can be cost-effective.
Spiral Treat Tray
Dimensions: 16’x18 1/4″ x 11 1/2
Our Spiral TreatTray is perfect for Jim’s Birdacious(r), as it has three cups that can be filled and allows you to see the birds from all angles. Different Treats allow you to explore the food preferences of backyard birds. It is easy to hang and can be used by both perching and clinging birds, such as chickadees and woodpeckers.
Jim Carpenter is Wild Birds Unlimited’s founder and CEO. He also created Jim’s Birdacious Treats Trays & Toppers (TM). This innovative system transforms a small outdoor area into a bird-feeding system that is full of activity.(Bird food is not included.
EcoTough 9″ x 9″ Tray Bird Feeder
Dimensions: 8 3/4″ x 9’’ x 9’’
Birds can easily find seeds with Tray Feeders. The EcoTough(r), Tray Feeder is versatile and can be placed in any area you like to attract birds.
EcoTough feeders and houses made from recycled milk jugs are high-quality, environmentally-friendly products. These feeders and houses keep used milk jugs out of our landfills.(Bird food, crook arm, and bird food are not included.
EcoTough Bluebird House
House Opening: 1 1/2″ and 1 9/16″ entrance holes
This top-of-the-line bluebird house has everything you need to have a successful nesting experience. This house is the perfect size for bluebirds and has the right drainage and ventilation to keep them dry. It features a unique two-way opening that makes cleaning, maintenance, and monitoring easy.
EcoTough(r), feeders, and houses made from recycled milk jugs are high-quality, environmentally friendly products. These feeders and houses keep used milk jugs out of our landfills. EcoTough feeders, houses, and other products are not susceptible to rot, cracking, fading, or warping like wood. They come with limited lifetime warranties.
APS Basic Setup – Mounting
The patented Advanced Pole System (r) Basic Setup provides the ideal starting point for your ultimate bird feeding and housing station.
Simply twist the base pole to 3-foots into the ground with the corkscrew auger. The Stabilizer can be attached to the base pole. Push into the ground. Tests have shown that the stabilizer is stable in wind gusts up to 35 MPH. The extension pole and the dual flange, which are specially designed for mounting birdfeeders or homes, should be added. Finally, top it off with a birdhouse or hopper feeder.
Includes:
- Base pole 36″
- Extension pole 36″
- two-piece large stabilizer
- dual-mount flange
You can also shop our other bird feeder supplies to complete your bird feeding requirements.
(Bird feeders or houses not included.
20″ Heated Bird Bath with Stand
Dimensions: 22 1/2″ x 20’’ in diameter
You don’t have to worry about your birds not getting enough water in the fall. This plastic bird bath is durable and can be used to provide water for birds when natural sources freeze.The heater is fully grounded and at 150 watts. It can be thermostatically controlled to conserve heat. Warranty period: Full four-year.
Many country drivers will see Eastern Bluebirds while driving through the country during the summer in eastern North America. They may be perched on nest boxes or telephone wires, or calling out in a weak, waving voice, or dropping to the ground following an insect. The male Eastern Bluebirds can be captured with your binoculars. They are a stunning royal blue on their backs and heads, and warm red on their breasts. The grayer females have a more elegant appearance thanks to the blue tinges in their wings and tail.
Backyard tips
If food is available, this species might visit your backyard. If you have feeders that offer mealworms, this species won’t come to your feeders often. Use the Project FeederWatch Common Feeder Birds bird list to learn more about this bird’s diet and which feeders are best.
If you have enough space and your yard isn’t surrounded by houses or trees, Eastern Bluebirds can be a good choice for nest boxes. To attract breeding pairs, you might consider putting up a nestbox. It is important to put it up before the breeding season. To prevent predators from stealing eggs and young, attach a guard. Learn more about nest boxes at All About Birdhouses. You’ll also find plans to build a nestbox of the right size for Eastern Bluebird.
Size and shape
Creating a Safe Habitat for Bluebirds
Maintaining a safe habitat for Eastern Bluebirds means mitigating risks from both natural predators and human disturbance.By strategically placing birdhouses away from heavily trafficked areas and taking measures to block predators from getting inside, you can provide them with a secure nesting environment.
Benefits of Using Wild Birds Unlimited Bluebird House
Wild Birds Unlimited bluebird houses provide several advantages, including durable construction, suitable dimensions, and predator-resistant features that enhance the nesting experience and contribute to the conservation efforts of Eastern Bluebirds.These houses were created specifically to enhance the nesting experience for Eastern Bluebirds while encouraging conservation efforts.
FAQS
What are Eastern Bluebirds?
Eastern Bluebirds are small thrush like birds known for their vivid blue plumage on the back and head, paired with rusty orange breast feathers.
Native to North America, these magnificent birds make an exceptional sight when seen flying overhead providing birdwatchers with striking colors and melodious songs.
Why Choose Wild Birds Unlimited Products?
Wild Birds Unlimited provides an assortment of high-quality products designed to meet the needs of backyard birds such as Eastern Bluebirds.
Their bluebird houses provide safe and comfortable nesting environments essential for successful bluebird reproduction.
How to Support Bluebirds in Your Backyard?
Maintaining an attractive environment for bluebirds requires creating a safe and welcoming habitat for these beautiful birds.
Utilizing effective predator deterrents, like APS systems that deter squirrels, can improve the nesting success of Eastern Bluebirds in your outdoor space.
