Sunflower hearts are becoming very popular as an alternative or an addition to Peanuts. They are high in oils and protein. A real favourite of finches especially goldfinches, also loved by the tit family.

The dietary needs of birds change with the seasons therefore it is important to only fill the feeders with the amount of feed that will be used over a couple of days. Keep the food as dry as possible and always discard any mouldy or rancid feed, as toxins can form on the mouldy feed which are harmful to birds.