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Date: 1/21/25 8:20 am From: Ann Maddock <amaddock...> Subject: Re: SPECIAL NOTE About Sugar Water Feeders!
Sorry everyone I am in the Bahamas and for some reason when I try to attach the file or link to the those of you who have requested it- my flyingjewels.org email is not sending So if you can please send me a text number I can text to you as long as it’s a US phone number My number to text me is 9196004945 https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.flyingjewels.org__;!!OToaGQ!regvx_4qZzRoc0ht0Ku2n4pi1vyicdIgBrFn4Z0mvrkG1KyRV-lDRn_NQ0LrPpYfQO6KQRKV75eoBLb_NHcXPAmViVg1$ <https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.flyingjewels.org/__;!!OToaGQ!regvx_4qZzRoc0ht0Ku2n4pi1vyicdIgBrFn4Z0mvrkG1KyRV-lDRn_NQ0LrPpYfQO6KQRKV75eoBLb_NHcXPLQzkq9_$ > Ann Maddock Hatteras Island, NC 919.600.4945 On Tue, Jan 21, 2025 at 10:27 AM Ann Maddock <amaddock...> wrote: > I have a handout I made that shows how to quickly build a heated setup for > severe temps. > > I made 7 of them one winter years ago and used them every winter. It > prevents the food from freezing down to 14 degrees so you don’t have to go > out at the crack of dawn to put a thawed feeder out. We had as many as 22 > hummingbirds using it each winter. > > I can send anyone the directions- just contact me. > Takes about 30 minutes to put together with supplies from ace hardware > > > > > https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.flyingjewels.org__;!!OToaGQ!regvx_4qZzRoc0ht0Ku2n4pi1vyicdIgBrFn4Z0mvrkG1KyRV-lDRn_NQ0LrPpYfQO6KQRKV75eoBLb_NHcXPAmViVg1$ <https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.flyingjewels.org/__;!!OToaGQ!regvx_4qZzRoc0ht0Ku2n4pi1vyicdIgBrFn4Z0mvrkG1KyRV-lDRn_NQ0LrPpYfQO6KQRKV75eoBLb_NHcXPLQzkq9_$ > > > > Ann Maddock > Hatteras Island, NC > 919.600.4945 > > > On Tue, Jan 21, 2025 at 8:16 AM Dwayne Martin <carolinabirds...> > wrote: > >> There are also this type of heated feeder that I am now using. It heats >> with a 17W heating element, so no light. This morning it was 14° here and >> all the liquid in the feeder was still liquid. >> https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://a.co/d/4Niw2T6__;!!OToaGQ!regvx_4qZzRoc0ht0Ku2n4pi1vyicdIgBrFn4Z0mvrkG1KyRV-lDRn_NQ0LrPpYfQO6KQRKV75eoBLb_NHcXPDA37bkQ$ >> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://a.co/d/4Niw2T6__;!!OToaGQ!rRHrEGGQGnfeXqp8b66qyJGK1WZHNvz1vzZ_E69ge8fJsmiykAXPkus8eab9hzvmiMpvRes5PD_QOQ3MFCUh$> >> >> >> >> Dwayne >> ************* >> Dwayne Martin >> Hickory, NC >> <redxbill...> >> >> >> On Tue, Jan 21, 2025 at 7:52 AM Nate Dias <carolinabirds...> wrote: >> >>> As a follow-up to Susan's good advice for keeping hummingbird (and >>> oriole) nectar feeders thawed, a good feeder heating setup is to use a >>> clamp light with a heat emitting bulb that ideally does not emit light, >>> especially red light, which I have found hummers sometimes avoid (perhaps >>> thinking it is fire or a flame). If you have one of the 'shepherd's >>> crook' type feeder hanging poles, you can clamp the light on the rod below >>> the hook for hanging your nectar feeder. >>> >>> Be sure the clamp light is rated for the wattage of the bulb you use >>> with it. >>> >>> This is an example of a clamp light: >>> >>> https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.lowes.com/pd/ProTorch-1-Watt-Incandescent-Clamped-Work-Light/1002623128?store=&cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-elc-_-ggl-_-CRP_SHP_PLA_ELC_Online_E-F-_-1002623128-_-online-_-0-_-0__;!!OToaGQ!regvx_4qZzRoc0ht0Ku2n4pi1vyicdIgBrFn4Z0mvrkG1KyRV-lDRn_NQ0LrPpYfQO6KQRKV75eoBLb_NHcXPBUbfUyE$ >>> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.lowes.com/pd/ProTorch-1-Watt-Incandescent-Clamped-Work-Light/1002623128?store=&cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-elc-_-ggl-_-CRP_SHP_PLA_ELC_Online_E-F-_-1002623128-_-online-_-0-_-0__;!!OToaGQ!oJc8XrL9VOL2H0yrBA8MEnHYabtdddTUyXKn0sMzyMBSs79NuEQy3QedsR93yVYs_TDnVySJYREgbf1t202JjIwkX-ly$> >>> >>> Most pet stores carry heat lamp bulbs for pet reptiles - the ceramic >>> ones are the sturdiest but cost a bit more: >>> >>> https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.petsmart.com/reptile/environmental-control-and-lighting/heaters/thrive-reptile-ceramic-heat-emitter-5290810.html__;!!OToaGQ!regvx_4qZzRoc0ht0Ku2n4pi1vyicdIgBrFn4Z0mvrkG1KyRV-lDRn_NQ0LrPpYfQO6KQRKV75eoBLb_NHcXPBFmjyAH$ >>> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.petsmart.com/reptile/environmental-control-and-lighting/heaters/thrive-reptile-ceramic-heat-emitter-5290810.html__;!!OToaGQ!oJc8XrL9VOL2H0yrBA8MEnHYabtdddTUyXKn0sMzyMBSs79NuEQy3QedsR93yVYs_TDnVySJYREgbf1t202JjDw-fNM8$> >>> >>> These are more delicate, make a small amount of purplish light but cost >>> less: >>> >>> https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/zilla-night-black-heat-incandescent-bulb-1273531?store_code=1528&mr:device=c&mr:adType=pla_with_promotionlocal&cm_mmc=PSH7CGGL7CCCY7CCCO7CPM7C07CaxsvnXfjRWFFwpetHmZu757C7C7C07C07C7C7C21467366052__;JSUlJSUlJSUlJSUlJQ!!OToaGQ!regvx_4qZzRoc0ht0Ku2n4pi1vyicdIgBrFn4Z0mvrkG1KyRV-lDRn_NQ0LrPpYfQO6KQRKV75eoBLb_NHcXPHUgKmvD$ >>> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/zilla-night-black-heat-incandescent-bulb-1273531?store_code=1528&mr:device=c&mr:adType=pla_with_promotionlocal&cm_mmc=PSH7CGGL7CCCY7CCCO7CPM7C07CaxsvnXfjRWFFwpetHmZu757C7C7C07C07C7C7C21467366052__;JSUlJSUlJSUlJSUlJQ!!OToaGQ!oJc8XrL9VOL2H0yrBA8MEnHYabtdddTUyXKn0sMzyMBSs79NuEQy3QedsR93yVYs_TDnVySJYREgbf1t202JjL7OJ44V$> >>> >>> >>> Nathan Dias - Charleston, SC >>> >>> -- >>> https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.flickr.com/photos/offshorebirder2/__;!!OToaGQ!regvx_4qZzRoc0ht0Ku2n4pi1vyicdIgBrFn4Z0mvrkG1KyRV-lDRn_NQ0LrPpYfQO6KQRKV75eoBLb_NHcXPKcv0gM8$ >>> <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.flickr.com/photos/offshorebirder2/__;!!OToaGQ!oJc8XrL9VOL2H0yrBA8MEnHYabtdddTUyXKn0sMzyMBSs79NuEQy3QedsR93yVYs_TDnVySJYREgbf1t202JjAEoSBTm$> >>> >>> "These days I prefer to hunt with a camera. A good photograph demands >>> more skill from the hunter, better nerves and more patience than the rifle >>> shot." -- Bror Blixen >>> >>> >>> On Mon, Jan 20, 2025 at 10:27 PM Susan Campbell <susan...> >>> wrote: >>> >>>> All, >>>> >>>> For those who are maintaining sugar water feeders, the next few >>>> days—especially the mornings will require some real vigilance. The 4:1 mix >>>> for hummingbirds will begin to freeze at about 27o. So that will be a >>>> concern at the coast as well as inland. >>>> >>>> Monitoring your feeder will be very important if you have a hummingbird >>>> visiting. Especially if it is a Ruby-throated! These little birds >>>> are not as hardy as the westerners. Same goes for those with warblers, >>>> orioles and tanagers. They really will benefit from our help during this >>>> significant cold- and for some- snowy weather. >>>> >>>> If you have been in touch with me about having a winter hummer, then >>>> you should have received winter feeding tips. Hopefully those with heated >>>> feeders will arise to find thier feeders thawed. But I would advise all to >>>> be awake, up and checking on your feeder at dawn (just before 7AM) to be >>>> certain the birds have sugar water for that important first meal of the day. >>>> >>>> Let me know ASAP if you need tips: I have several tested methods for >>>> keeping feeders thawed. The simplest is to rotate a thawed feeder from >>>> indoors when the one outside begins to freeze. Of course, that strategy >>>> does require being an early riser and then at home to do so until the >>>> mercury rises.... >>>> >>>> I will be right there myself given we have been maintaining two Perky >>>> Pets that have not only regular Chickadees, Brown-headed Nuthatches and >>>> House Finches drinking from them but also a Northern Parula. That little >>>> bird is also eating suet but it really seems to love our sugar water. My >>>> heat lamp is ready to go first thing in the morning! >>>> >>>> One last thing-- if you have a hummer or oriole feeder up in hopes of >>>> attracting someone special, it is not too late! You could have a bird find >>>> you in the next couple days. >>>> >>>> Stay warm and safe everyone! >>>> >>>> Susan Campbell >>>> Apex, NC >>>> >>> >>> >>>

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