Types of Bird Seed

Hummingbird Nectar

Hummingbird Nectar is a high-energy food that should be made from 100% sucrose, with no artificial sweeteners.

Instant hummingbird nectar is a powder that mixes instantly with tap water. Liquid ready-to-use and liquid concentrate nectars are available as well.

Home-made hummingbird food can also be prepared using one cup of sugar with four cups of water. Using a sugar substitute or honey in your feeder is not recommended.

Want to know more?

Learn how Hummingbirds rely on more than taste when deciding on how much nectar to drink.

Learn about the rest of a Hummingbird's Diet - including insects and how to make your own Hummingbird nectar.

Oriole Nectar

Oriole Nectar is a high-energy food that is made from 100% sucrose, with no artificial sweeteners.

Instant oriole nectar is a powder that mixes instantly with tap water. Liquid ready-to-use nectar is available, too.

Orioles are also attracted to fruit, especially orange slices.

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