Are Fat Balls Good For Garden Birds?

Good quality fat balls are an excellent source of nutrients for wild birds. They are a high-energy source of healthy fats and calories, making them a particularly valuable bird feed option for wild birds in the winter months.

Fat balls are also great for the breeding and migration seasons when wild birds will need as much energy as they can get. However, there are a few things you may need to know when it comes to feeding fat balls to wild birds.

How to feed fat balls to wild birds

While fat balls can definitely be enjoyed by wild birds all year round, it’s important to be vigilant when putting out fat balls in the summer months, especially if the weather is particularly hot.

Fat balls can go off if left out for extended periods of time (especially if the weather is warm), so we’d recommend clearing away any uneaten feed and replacing it with fresh suet every week. Try to keep them in a sheltered location when offering them during the hotter months. One good top tip is to keep them in the freezer when the weather gets really hot.

For winter - making your own suet feed can be a fun activity for all the family (if you’d like to learn how, check out our blog How to Make Suet Cakes for Birds), but it’s worth knowing that fat balls, (particularly if they are homemade) can be quite susceptible to heat - probably best to leave this activity until the colder winter period.

Really Wild Bird Food offer a range of fat balls and other suet products to provide wild birds with those much-needed calories! We also offer a range of fat ball feeders, designed to make providing your local birds with delicious suet balls quick and easy.

Super Suet Fat Balls (With Insect)

One of our most popular fat ball products here at Really Wild Bird Food is our Super Suet fat balls with insect. These fat balls are packed full of insect to supply protein, the building blocks for growth, combined with an irresistible taste that wild birds adore! Like all fat balls, they’re also a great source of calories and essential fats.

Fat Balls for Birds

Less Mess Suet Blocks

These Less Mess Suet Blocks are the perfect high-calorie treat for wild birds in the summer time! These delicious fat blocks have a specially formulated recipe designed to withstand the summer heat, helping you keep your feathered visitors supplied with the nutrients they need all year round!

Less Mess Suet Blocks

If you’re looking for guidance on wild bird feeding and wondering which products are best for the wild birds who visit your garden, why not reach out and contact us today? One of our expert team members will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have!

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