Birdwatchers and nature lovers alike understand the joy of a busy garden filled with a variety of birds. If you’re looking for a way to attract more birds to your garden while supporting their nutritional needs, suet balls for birds are the perfect solution.
In this blog, we’ll explore what suet is, its benefits, the variety of suet offerings available, how to use suet feeders, and highlight Westerman’s exciting new suet range.
What is suet made from?
Suet is a high-energy food made from vegetable fat, often mixed with seeds, grains, fruits, or insects to create a nutrient-rich snack for birds. Its high fat content makes it particularly valuable during colder months when birds need extra energy to stay warm and active. However, suet can also be a year-round treat, offering an energy boost for birds during breeding or moulting seasons.
Benefits of feeding suet balls for birds
Feeding birds suet comes with several benefits:
Energy boost
Suet provides a concentrated source of energy, especially beneficial during winter or migration periods.
Attracts a variety of birds
Many bird species, including woodpeckers, robins, starlings, and tits, are drawn to suet snacks.
Supports breeding and growth
The nutrient-rich ingredients in suet help birds during critical life stages like nesting and raising young.
Encourages natural foraging
Suet feeders mimic natural feeding behaviours, giving birds a reason to visit and stay in your garden.
Different suet offerings
Westerman’s offers a wide range of suet snacks to cater to the preferences of various birds:
Suet balls
Our suet balls are available in exciting flavours like Berry Bliss, Peanut Butter Bomb, Worms and Bugs, and Original. These are perfect for most garden birds and come in packs of 3, 10, or even larger buckets for frequent feeders.
Suet slabs
Ideal for larger feeders, these slabs are packed with the same flavours as the suet balls but offer a different feeding experience for birds.
Suet buckets
For those who want to stock up, Westerman’s suet buckets are perfect. They’re available in packs of 10 or 25, making them ideal for regular bird feeding.
Suet feeders: How to use them
To get the most out of your suet balls for birds, invest in a good suet feeder. Here are some tips:
Choose the right feeder
Look for sturdy, easy-to-clean feeders designed to hold suet balls or slabs.
Placement matters
Hang feeders in a shady spot to prevent the suet from melting in summer. Ensure the feeder is high enough to keep it out of reach of pets or predators.
Clean regularly
To keep your birds healthy, clean the feeder frequently to prevent bacteria buildup.
Monitor usage
Adjust the amount of suet you offer based on how quickly the birds eat it to avoid waste.
Introducing Westerman’s new Suet Range
Westerman’s is proud to introduce its latest collection of suet products, designed to meet the needs and preferences of different birds. With flavours like Berry Bliss, Peanut Butter Bomb, and Worms and Bugs, there’s something for every garden bird. Whether you prefer suet slabs, buckets, or suet balls for birds, Westerman’s has what you need.
This new range is not only nutrient-packed but also thoughtfully designed to make feeding birds a breeze. Check out the images below to explore the vibrant packaging and variety of offerings available.
Suet balls for birds are a fantastic way to bring nature closer to home, providing your garden birds with the nutrition they need while creating a lively, chirping sanctuary for you to enjoy. With Westerman’s new suet range, feeding your garden birds has never been easier or more rewarding.
Ready to bring nature home? Explore Westerman’s suet collection today and make your garden the ultimate birding spot!
