Wagner's 18542 Cracked Corn Wild Bird Food, 10-Pound Bag-US
About this item
Feed ground feeding birds and other backyard wildlife
Can be fed on its own or mixed with other seed
Enjoy that close to nature feeling that comes with feeding your own
backyard wildlife
10-Pound bag
Product Description
Our Corn is enjoyed by a variety of ground feeding birds such as Blue Jays,
Cardinals, Doves, Juncos, Quail, Pheasants, Ducks and Grouse. Rabbits,
chipmunks and other playful wildlife will be attracted as well. It can be fed
on its own or mixed with other seed. Many people feed cracked corn separately
from their regular bird feeding area so that playful squirrels and other small
animals have their own place to eat - diverting them from eating at your bird
feeders. Sprinkle some on the ground where it is easily accessible by both
birds and animals. Use Wagner’s Cracked Corn and enjoy that "close to nature"
feeling that comes with feeding your own backyard wildlife. Trust your backyard
birds to the experts.
Important information
Ingredients
seed
Directions
Feed Birds
Bird Feeding Fundamentals - When Feeding Wild Birds, There Are 4 Keys To a
Successful Program
Food
Provide different types of food to attract more variety of birds. Sunflower is
a great seed that many species love. Higher quality mixes attract more birds.
Keep feeders full so birds will continue to visit.
Feeders
Provide a variety of feeders to attract the greatest variety of birds. Use
hoppers and tube feeders for Sunflower and mixes. Use Finch feeders for Nyjer
and Finch mixes. Platform feeders will accommodate ground feeding birds.
Water
Provide a shallow water source (2 inch-3 inch deep) so birds can bathe and
drink. Water also attracts birds that feeding stations alone cannot, such as
ones that feed on insects alone.
Location
Place feeders in locations already frequented by birds. Place by shrubs and/or
trees to offer protection.
How can I attract specific birds and not attract others (e.g. starlings,
grackles and cowbirds)?
Make sure that you have the right bird food to attract specific birds.
Sunflower is a great seed that many species love. Also specialty blends, such
as Wagner's Cardinal Blend or Finches Supreme, will attract these specific
birds. Birdseed with less milo and corn won't attract as many cowbirds,
grackles and starlings if you would rather not see these birds.
How do I stop squirrels from eating all of my birdseed?
Squirrels are a common problem at bird feeders. There are now a number of
feeder styles designed to prevent squirrels from reaching the seed.
Additionally, there are two seeds that squirrels do not like -- safflower and
nyjer seed. An optional method is to supply the squirrels with their own supply
of food away from the bird feeder area. Cracked corn works nicely.
Where and how should I store my bird seed after I bring it home?
Store your bird seed elevated on a shelf in a cool, dry location. Make sure
that it is closed or sealed tightly in original package or in a storage
container. It is important that the storage location has good air circulation
and is away from direct sunlight or heat source. You should avoid storing your
bird seed on a cement floor, since moisture from the floor can be transferred
to the seed.