Nest Wishes

Do more than just wish bird families the best this nesting season. Give them the best possible nesting nutrition with Nesting SuperBlend™. This high-protein blend with added calcium is designed specifically for birds’ nesting and molting needs. It is perfect for birds preparing to nest, while they nest and for the young when they leave the nest.
 
When preparing to raise a family, the need for protein and calcium significantly increases for bird moms. A sufficient amount of protein and calcium helps determine the number of eggs she produces and positively impacts the growth rate and health of young birds.
 
Young birds need calcium, protein and fat among other nutrients while growing. Most dietary calcium in young birds is used for the formation of bone production. Calcium is the most challenging mineral for birds because when they need calcium they need a lot of it and they need it right now. Besides the increased need, many natural foods are often calcium deficient. The added calcium of Nesting SuperBlend helps fulfill this need.
 
As the nestlings grow, the high-protein content is crucial for muscle and feather development. Protein requirements are highest for a bird until they reach their adult size and weight. This often happens after they have fledged from the nest.
 
After nesting, this high-protein blend supports birds’ feather health. Young birds are still growing out their feathers. Adult birds are starting to molt all their feathers. Since feathers are made up of over 90% protein, a high-protein diet is a crucial from mid- to late-summer for our backyard visitors.
 
Invite birds to successfully raise families in your backyard with the best nesting wishes and nutrition in Nesting SuperBlend.

Get Ready for a Fun-filled Season in Your Backyard

You made it through winter and as a reward, the next few months will bring some of nature’s most spectacular gifts.

 Spring migration brings a show with an ever-changing cast of characters passing through your yard, including hummingbirds, orioles and warblers. Next comes nesting season, a time to watch for bird parents bringing their noisy fledglings to your feeders. And it's fun to watch the adults, busy in your backyard habitat, as they glean pollinating insects to feed their ever-impatient youngsters.

Being Seasonally Savvy: Give Nesting Birds a Hand

Calcium is the most challenging mineral for birds because when they need it, they need large quantities and they need it right away. This is mainly during nesting time for egg laying as well as chick development. The amount of calcium in their natural diet of seeds and insects is often inadequate and they must seek calcium-rich foods as a supplement. Ask us about the many bird foods we offer which include calcium to help your nesting birds

Our source of calcium is from oyster grit or limestone dust. Both are finely ground and easily consumed by small songbirds.

Be a seasonally savvy friend to your birds by providing them with the extra calcium they require during nesting season.