Wild About Birds

05/15/2026

If you’re trying to attract bluebirds, mealworms might be the easiest thing you can add to your setup.

Yes… they’re a little weird 😄

But birds absolutely love them.

We put together a simple article with a few tips, beginner questions, and how we use them at home...

The Short Version Mealworms are a high-protein food that bluebirds and other insect-eating birds love Dried mealworms are easy to store and less intimidating than live ones Soaking dried mealworms in warm water can help during nesting season A small tray feeder or shallow dish is enough

04/27/2026

We’re trying something a little different in the store right now…

A few new seed options at lower price points, plus free samples if you want to see how they do in your own backyard.

Lately, we’ve been thinking about ways to give people a little more cost flexibility with what they’re feeding—without losing what actually makes it work. So we brought in a few different blends to try. What We’re Testing (Side-by-Side) Here’s a simple way to look at it—each new option n...

04/21/2026

Not all bird seed is created equal … and birds notice the difference faster than we do.

If you’ve ever wondered why some feeders stay busy and others don’t, this is worth a quick read.

(Why some feeders stay busy… and others don’t) The Short Version… Not all seed gets eaten—birds pick what they want and leave the rest Most songbirds prefer sunflower over fillers like corn or milo Freshness matters more than people think—bird seed isn’t shelf stable Better blends te

04/17/2026

They’re starting to make their way back through Ohio…

If you’ve been watching for them, now’s the time.

Hummingbirds have been sighted in Ohio! See where they are at…

04/15/2026

We get this question all the time:

“I want to start feeding birds… where do I even begin?”

The answer is actually simpler (and cheaper) than most people think.

Here’s a quick guide to getting started in Milford, including the easiest setup and the birds you’ll start seeing first:

Short answer: Start simple with one good feeder and the right seed. You don’t need a full backyard setup to enjoy birds. Most people are surprised how quickly activity picks up with just a few basics. The Easy “Starter Kit” If you’re brand new, here’s all you really need: 1. A basic tube f...

01/26/2026

Due to the road conditions, we will be closed today, Monday, January 26th. We should be open for normal business hours on Tuesday. Stay safe and warm!

10/03/2025

Due to the Milford Homecoming Parade, we will be closing at 4 today Friday, October 3rd. We will reopen Saturday morning at 10!

09/18/2025

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01/06/2025

Unfortunately, Wild About Birds will be closed on Monday, January 6th due to the inclement weather. We currently plan to reopen on Tuesday, January 7th. Stay safe!

09/19/2024

Fall Bird Seed Sale starts Friday, September 20th!
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