From Nelli Photography
Last weekend’s beautiful find was a Northern Saw- Whet Owl. They look cute and cuddly, and whenever I see one, I fight the urge to hold it in my hands , but don’t let their looks fool you. They are fierce fighters and skillful hunters. Look what my little friend has in his claws!
I’ve been really happy with it, and so have the birds. It isn’t cheap though, it’s up to $50 for 25 lbs (£40/€48 for 11.34kg) but it does usually last me from Dec-Feb which helps then through the coldest part of the year.
I go through that bag and I also use 2 blocks mealworm suet and 2 blocks woodpecker blend. The starlings destroyed the first 2 blocks in a weekend though, so the other 2 are being held in reserve for now.
I keep peanuts in the shell on hand all year to give to the jays and the squirrels when they come visit. Some of the smarter cardinals and titmice have gotten in on it too since observing the jays getting the best rewards.