Pine nuts in bird feeders?

Does anyone know if including pine nuts in a birdseed mix might attract birds that typically eat such things (e.g. crossbills)?

Pine nuts in bird feeders?
It makes sense that putting pine nuts ina feeder would attract birds that eat pin nuts.


But I also wonder if they would think to come to the feeder for them, as they would normally get them from the pine cone.





The best way to know is to try. If you are trying to attract the Crossbill, you should mix the pine nuts with other foods that they like. eg. Sunflower seeds and Thistle.


If they come for the other seeds, and find pine nuts also, then it may get them to recognize your feeder as a better place to get food than other sources, and stick around longer.





This is a great web site for what seed can be used to attract different bird species.


http://www.backyardwildlifehabitat.info/...

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