The Bird Seedery

06/26/2021

Song birds are dying and becoming sick in five Indiana counties, the Indiana DNR announce Tuesday, June 22, 2021. The counties include Monroe Clark Jefferson Lagrange Lake County‘s ‘s. Test for influenza and west Nile have been tested negative. Final results are yet to be determined. Birds affected are:  Blue Jays common grackles northern Cardinals brown headed cowbird birds and European starling‘s. Signs of illness are: neurological signs of illness eye swelling and crusty discharge, blood coming from mouth, weakness. Keep baths clean with freshwater. Clean and disinfect all feeders with hot soapy water with 10% bleach. Use alcohol wipes around fitting ports. Don’t handle birds without gloves. Report any dead birds to:
On.IN.gov/sickwildlife. There is no need at this time to stop feeding the birds unless you are in these five counties.

Breadcrumbs Fish & Wildlife Wildlife Resources Wildlife Diseases In Indiana Current: Sick or Dead Wildlife Reporting Sick or Dead Wildlife Reporting Indiana DNR’s Sick or Dead Wildlife Reporting System collects information about wildlife that appear sick or appear to have died without an apparent ...

04/29/2020

Earlier this morning I saw my first white crowned sparrow of the season. It was walking on the ground feeding under my pine trees. I’ve also seen a couple of chipping sparrow‘s recently. Be on the lookout for the next couple days as the Rose breasted grosbeak will be appearing.

04/26/2020

I just saw my first Oriole of the year. He landed on the meal worm feeder and went directly to the no mess seed tray. He then flew away and returned to my freshly filled grape jelly tray. They are Brilliant orange.

04/21/2020

With temperatures dropping below freezing tomorrow night, it reminds me why I don’t bring my birdbath heater in until after 1 May. Hopefully I say hopefully it will not freeze after that.

03/29/2020

This is the time of year when birds are getting ready to nest. Make sure your houses are
cleaned out and ready for a tenant. If you do not have a house we have an assortment from which to choose. What birds you will receive in your yard depends on your habitat.

03/29/2020

Today, March 29 is Vietnam veterans day. I want to give a shout out to my fellow Vietnam veterans. Thank you for serving.

03/29/2020

It has been some time since I have posted any information so I wanted to do so today.
With the Coronavirus on everyone’s mind, I feel it is important to have a relief from stress. I feel watching the birds in your backyard connects you to nature and gives you a scene of peace. I wanted to let you know that the Bird Seedery is open normal hours during this crisis. You could order ahead and pick up curbside, or stop in front of the store and place your order via phone. I will process the order and bring it to your car. If you would like, you can also come into the store and place your order. I feel it’s important that you keep your feeders filled so while you’re at home you can enjoy the birds in your backyard. Yesterday, a friend of mine called to let me know that she has been depressed. She said she really didn’t care about living any longer. Then she looked at her window and saw bluebirds and chickadees contending for her nesting box. This brought her so much joy that she says it gives me a reason to live. That’s what nature does and that’s why I do what I do. Hope you see you soon.

10/23/2019

Our new Loyal Customer cards are now available to purchase or renew. You will save 15% on all instore items between now and October 2020. This is a great deal for anyone spending at least $100 during this time.

10/23/2019

Now is a great time to place heaters in your bath. They will not turn on until the water temperature goes below 40 degrees. Birds need water for hydration.

10/23/2019

This morning,I saw my first Northern Junco. They migrate down from Canada and will be here through April. They are mostly ground feeders.

06/26/2019

Please check out purple Martin.Org. You will see baby purple martins about five days old. Eyes are not yet open. Quite the amazing side. It is a live cam.