Walter Harrisons Fat Ball Value Boxes - 50 x 90g

Fat balls are especially beneficial during the autumn and winter months when natural food sources are scarce and birds need extra energy to stay warm. However, they can be offered year-round as a supplementary food.

A wide variety of garden birds enjoy fat balls, including tits (blue, great, coal), sparrows, robins, finches, and woodpeckers.

Yes, Walter Harrisons Fat Balls are designed to be used with a fat ball feeder, typically a mesh or wire cage that holds the ball securely while allowing birds to peck at it.

The duration depends on the number and appetite of the birds visiting your garden. A busy feeder may go through several balls a week, while a quieter one might last much longer.

It is not recommended to place fat balls directly on the ground. They are best used in feeders to keep them clean, prevent them from becoming waterlogged, and to deter ground-dwelling pests.

While adult birds will eat them, adult birds will also carry fat balls to their young. However, it's important to note that fat balls are a high-energy supplement and not a complete diet for nestlings. Adult birds naturally select a varied diet for their young.

Store the unopened box in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture, to maintain their quality.

Ensure you are using a suitable fat ball feeder and that it is placed in a visible and accessible location for birds. Check if the weather is excessively warm, as birds may prefer other foods then. Try moving the feeder to a different spot.

Clean the feeder regularly. Ensure the feeder design prevents excessive wastage. Avoid placing feeders too close to the ground or to structures that pests can easily access.

While designed for outdoor use, extreme heat or prolonged rain can affect fat balls. Consider removing feeders during heatwaves or providing some overhead shelter for the feeder if possible. Ensure feeders are not left waterlogged.