How to Start Feeding Hummingbirds

2. What Kind of Hummingbird Feeder Should I Buy?

Making hummingbird food is inexpensive, but don't skimp on your hummingbird feeder.

The best feeder will include:

• Sturdy construction
• The right number of ports
• An ant moat

Some hummingbird feeders on the market are made from flimsy plastic, metal, or glass. These materials aren't the best choice for hummingbird feeders. Instead, look for a feeder made with hard plastic.

The size of the feeder is also important to consider. Bigger isn't necessarily better. Keep it simple and pick one with no more than four or six feeding ports.

One of the big challenges people face when they begin feeding hummingbirds is insect invasions. A built-in ant moat will keep crawling insects from accessing the nectar.