What is the best kind of hummingbird feeder?

I live in Dallas, Texas, and want a new hummingbird feeder. I was thinking of getting a glass one. Would getting a round bulb feeder be better or worse than a long, thin one?

Below is a link to where I got mine. It can hold 30 oz. (but I usually put half that amount) in a vertical glass jar which screws into a sturdy metal case with a plastic perch surrounding the base. It retails for almost $30 elsewhere, bit less than $13 at Amazon + shipping. I mix 1 part sugar, 3 parts water and NO red dye. It is the sturdiest feeder I have ever seen. I have been using it for 4 seasons.

Answer:

There are a lot of different styles of Hummingbird feeders to choose from and each year more and more different styles appear on the market. The fact is, that Hummingbirds can be attracted to any style of hummingbird feeder as long as the feeder contains fresh nectar.

So, the best feeder to use will be the feeder that is the easiest for you to use. A feeder that is easy to take apart and easy to clean, would be my first choice. Also, non-leaking hummingbird feeders that don’t attract insects are a good choice.

My favorite basin-type feeders are the Humzinger Ultras. They are also non-leaking hummingbird feeders.

Aspects 12oz Humzinger Ultra With Nectar Guard

It’s only $28.18 and  has several features that  makes it well worth the price.

The Humzinger has patented Nectar guard tips which are flexible membranes attached to the feed ports that prohibit entry from flying insects, but allow Hummingbirds to feed as usual. The Humzinger also has a built in ant moat that will stop crawling insects from getting to the nectar. It also has raised flower ports that divert rain.

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