The fruit feeder is designed with orioles in mind.
We got the idea from reading a book on kids activities.
The book suggested taking a half an orange or grapefruit and tieing strings though
3 holes poked near the top edge.
Our feeder uses the same principal but you don't have to poke holes or tie strings.
Just drop a half an orange in and hang it up.
This feeder is about 2-3/4" high and 4" wide. It holds 1/2 an orange or grapefruit or 2/3 cup of jelly.
Its glazed inside and food safe with a band of orange around the outside rim.
There is a drain hole in the bottom which is perfect for post mounting. The drain hole can be omitted on request.
As with all the feeders, hanger cords are solid braid nylon.
Retail price is $9.95
plus shipping and handling.
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It's ok to use the cheap or markdown oranges for bird feeding, just make sure they are not rotten or moldy.
Don't be afraid to use a grapefruit or other citrus.
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We have found the best way to attract and keep orioles around is to get the feeders out early, before the orioles pass though during their spring migration north.
Try putting a few feeders in several spots and if you can enlist your neighbors to do the same that's all the better.
Keep in mind the orioles diet consists of other fruit, bugs and insects but they really seem to like a nice orange.
Try hanging an orange feeder in near a shady bush and see if you can attract some butterflies. It works !
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