Tips & Advice

Feeding Tips

• With food resources becoming more scarce, it is essential to feed birds all year round
• Once you have started to feed the birds it is important to continue and develop a routine
• The birds will become reliant upon your help

Hygiene

• Always ensure birds have plenty of fresh clean water for drinking and bathing
• Clean feeding and drinking areas regularly with a mild disinfectant
• Keep food fresh and dry, removing any wet food to prevent the spread of bacteria and diseases

Storage

• The handy re-sealable packaging can be used to prevent spillage
• May contain nuts
• Keep packaging away from children to avoid suffocation
• Store in a cool dry place
• Best used within 3 months of opening
• Not suitable for human consumption

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Why are the birds not visiting my feeders?

A. It is not uncommon for birds to take some time to visit new feeders or food that is offered. It can be down to the species in your area and other food resources that are available. Provide some cover for the birds and ensure some fresh drinking water is available.

Q. Can Gardman Mealworms be used anywhere other than a bird table?

A. Gardman Mealworms can be used either on a bird table or in a mesh tray on a Dining Station.

Q. The packet says insects but these are worms, is the packet wrong?

A. Gardman Mealworms are the larvae stage of insects (beetles) and are the favourite food for many garden birds.