All birds aren’t the same. Softbilled species like robins, song thrushes and blackbirds struggle to open tough seed husks that other birds take in their stride. What’s more, several softbills shun tubular feeders and prefer to forage on the ground.
With a specially-blended food like our I Love Robins® food – and the right feeder – you’ll boost the chances of attracting robins and other softbills to your garden. Live mealworms are also an unbeatable source of easily-digestable protein, and a year-round favourite.
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Robins, blackbirds and song thrushes aren’t big seed eaters. Here’s a specially tailored blend that includes peanut granules, sultanas and sunflower hearts, with no husks that softbills struggle to open.
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Our Dried Mealworms are easier to store than live mealworms, so much more ideal for anyone who's squeamish about handling live foods.
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The I Love Robins hanging treat dish provides plenty of room for birds to perch and feed in comfort. Simply find a quiet spot in the garden and hang the dish from a branch or hook.
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Turn dish in place to prevent lifting or tipping & Durable polycarbonate resists cracking and yellowing. Suitable for ground or bird table placement so great for birdtabe mix birdfood, I Love Robins® and serving mealworms.
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The dome height adjusts in an instant, allowing easy access for smaller species like tits, robins, sparrows and finches while deterring pigeons and other big birds. Great for I Love Robins® and serving mealworms.
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Durable polycarbonate for a clear view of feeding birds with powerful suction cups leave no marks on glass. Optional Feeder Fixer for wall mounting.
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Fill the clear, sturdy tray with I Love Robins® food, seeds and blends or mealworms and get ready to enjoy the show. Treat Tray clings to any window and removes easily. It’s made in tough polycarbonate that won’t crack or discolour.
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Do softbills really have soft bills?
The term ‘softbill’ is a misleading one. It’s not particularly scientific: besides, many birds with soft bills can still draw blood or rip bits from your body (I’m thinking of toucans here!) The word ‘soft’ is the clue here. It really refers to birds that feed primarily on soft foods – mainly invertebrates and soft fruits but not seeds. What’s more, most birds flip regularly from one food to another, making this definition even more confused. In purely garden bird terms it’s pretty safe to say that ‘softbills’ are everything but finches.
What are mealworms?
Mealworms aren’t maggots: they’re the larval stage of the flour beetle. This innocuous little species is vegetarian, thriving as its name sort of suggests on bran or rolled oats. So unlike maggots there are no nasty niffs, and they certainly won’t turn into flies.
What are mealworms?
Mealworms aren’t maggots: they’re the larval stage of the flour beetle. This innocuous little species is vegetarian, thriving as its name sort of suggests on bran or rolled oats. So unlike maggots there are no nasty niffs, and they certainly won’t turn into flies.
Why are mealworms great for garden birds?
Many species need insects in their diets, but these can be hard to find. Mealworms are a clean, convenient way of providing the insect protein they need. These live insect treats are particular favourites of blackbirds, song thrushes and starlings. They’re more practical than you would imagine, with a long shelf life if they don’t get frosted.
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