Safflower Bird Seed

Name: Safflower Seeds | Really Wild Bird Food
Address: Street End Farm, Ashton Lane, Bishop's Waltham, Hampshire, SO32 1FS
Telephone: 01489 896785
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Safflower feed for birds - squirrels don't like the bitter taste.

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Safflower seeds come from a thistle-like plant. It is an oilseed crop and has a hard, white outer husk. It is high in protein, but becasue it does have such a hard outer husk, many garden birds are not able to crack it open. Finches would be the one species that can deal with hard safflower husks. Safflower does have quite a bitter taste and squirrels find it unpleasant - so it may be worth adding a small handful to your bird seed if you are having trouble with squirrels eating your bird food.

The safflower plant (Carthamus tinctorius L.) is grown for the production of oil for cosmetics and cooking, for cattle and poultry meals, and for use as bird food. Our high-quality safflower seeds are available in quantities ranging from 4kg to 60kg.

Please note - if you would like to buy bigger quantities of our products (this can be any of our seed mixes, straight seeds, peanuts etc) we are able to offer Quarter ( < 300kg ) ,Half (< 600kg) and Full ( <1200kg) pallets of 15kg, 20kg or 25kg sacks. We can also offer BULK TOTES at very competitve prices. Please call us for a quote on 01489 896785 or email us and include your delivery post code to allow us to quote you. For pallet deliveries we can offer very competitive prices!

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Stephen

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27/04/2023

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Arrived very quickly and well packaged. Excellent quality seeds, they last a long time. Our parrot loves them. Our avian vet highly recommended them.

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John

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27/04/2023

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Quick delivery, no problems. Thanks.

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Louise Hudson

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26/03/2023

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These were recommended by our Avian Vet who said they were the best thing for our little parrot who absolutely loves them. He gets so excited when he sees them. They are very good value and quality. Well packaged and very quickly delivered.

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Nicola Rogers

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08/02/2022

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Brought these in a pick n mix selection. Look like quality seeds. The birds by me not keen on these. I have mixed it with other seeds but these ones are always left behind. The flowers from these seeds look lovely from the pictures on line so if any do pop up in the garden will keep. Overall great service. Will try something different next time.

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Safflower FAQs

What is the difference between safflower and sunflower seeds?
Visually, safflower seeds are smaller than sunflower seeds. Both sunflower and safflower seeds are high in protein and essential fats, but safflower has a slightly more bitter taste, making it more of an acquired taste among garden birds than sunflower seeds. Squirrels don’t like safflower seeds, making it a popular bird feed option for those trying to keep squirrels away from their bird feeders.

Are safflower seeds good for pigeons?
Due to the wide range of nutrients present in safflower seeds, they are a popular feed option for those trying to provide pigeons with the essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients they need to thrive. Safflower seeds are particular popular with those caring for racing pigeons that require more optimised feeding.

What birds eat safflower seeds?
Safflower seeds are slightly bitter in taste and aren’t enjoyed by all garden birds. Some of the wild birds that do partake in safflower seeds include bullfinches, chaffinches, collared doves, greenfinches, golf finches, and sparrows.