What Birds Eat in Winter: Keep Your Garden Birds Fed and Healthy
Winter is the toughest time of year for wild birds. Shorter days, frozen ground, and fewer insects make it hard to find food. That’s where you come in—with the right winter feed, your garden can become a vital lifeline.
When temperatures drop, birds need more calories to stay warm. That means:
High-fat foods are essential—like suet balls, peanut blends, and BSF insect treats.
No-mess suet is ideal. Our Brook & Hollow – Suet Reception balls are smooth, shelf-stable, and enriched with insect oil and grains, offering the cleanest and most nourishing option available.
Insect protein mimics their natural diet and supports feather health and metabolism.
Place feeders in sheltered spots out of direct wind, and clean regularly to prevent spread of disease.
Birds you’ll likely help include:
Robins
Tits
Wrens
Finches
Thrushes
Adding a heated or shallow birdbath can also provide critical drinking water during frosts.
Why do some feeders remain empty while others stay busy? The difference is often quality. Birds return to what fuels them best—and BSF-powered blends deliver exactly what their bodies crave in the cold.
With Brook & Hollow’s clean, natural bird food, you’ll not only enjoy the company of feathered guests, but also give them the best chance of surviving winter.
Keep your garden wild, welcoming, and warm-hearted all season long.
