This product is oversized - extra shipping charges will apply.
A simple mix formulated specifically for finches and siskins.
Attracts: Finches, Siskins, Chickadees, Titmice, Sparrows, Doves, Juncos
Nyjer, Fine Sunflower Chips
Crude Protein Not Less Than….. 18.0%
Crude Fat Not Less Than….. 28.0%
Crude Fiber Not More Than….. 15.0%
From the time that I put the seed in the feeder, the finch have been eating it. They empty it quickly-a sure sign that they like the mix.
I purchased the seed and a thistle feeder thinking the Goldfinches would like it better than the sunflower meats I was feeding. Not so. They much prefer the sunflower. The sunflower feeder is easily twice the size of the thistle feeder. I refill the sunflower at least every other day. The thistle feeder is still half full from it's first fill weeks ago.
Thanks for providing feedback on the finch favorite seed. Since it's half chopped sunflower hearts and half nyjer seed, I'm surprised they aren't eating it faster. Are the feeders set up in the same location? If not, it can sometimes take several weeks for birds to find and start using a new feeder.
Sunflower hearts are a favorite of many bird species, so I can see that moving quickly. The only thing I can think to suggest is to check the condition of the seed in the petite thistle feeder, if you haven't already and it's been sitting for several weeks. If the seed starts to cake and get stale and moldy, the birds will surely ignore it and eat the fresh sunflower hearts you're providing.
FYI, I did start carrying straight sunflower hearts:
https://nature-niche.com/products/sunflower-hearts-select-chips-20lb-bag
