Wild Birds Unlimited

09/05/2024

At Wild Birds Unlimited, we’re here to help you bring the magic of nature to your home. There’s nothing quite like the sight and sound of birds visiting your backyard, and that’s why we’re passionate about providing the highest quality feeders, foods, and advice.

When we care for the birds, we invite joy, peace, and beauty into our everyday lives. Let’s continue building a refuge for the birds—and for ourselves.

Also, a huge CONGRATULATIONS to our Dripping Springs, TX store on celebrating 7 wonderful years! 🎉 Thank you for your dedication to serving the Dripping Springs and greater Austin community, as well as caring for our cherished songbirds. Here's to many more years of making a difference!

09/02/2024

Happy Labor Day! Take some time today to get out and enjoy nature. Whether you're listening to the birds in your yard or you go on a walk through your local park, we hope you take a well deserved break from all your hard work!

Featured Bird: Pygmy Nuthatch
WBU Food: Peanut, in the Shell

08/29/2024

Shell or no shell, birds love peanuts! Loaded with protein and energy, peanuts are especially helpful as birds prepare for migration and the upcoming winter. It's fun to watch for birds like jays, nuthatches and chickadees visiting feeders to sn**ch peanuts to cache, or hide, for future use.

Featured Bird: Blue Jay
Food: Peanuts, In Shell
Feeder: Peanut Hut Feeder

08/27/2024

Wondering how often to clean your bird feeders? We suggest giving them a good clean every few weeks, or more frequently if required. Not sure if you're doing it just right? Gain peace of mind by watching this helpful video tutorial: https://www.wbu.com/bird-feeder-care-cleaning/ ✨

08/22/2024

Water is the best way to attract the greatest variety of birds to your backyard. In some cases, birds are more attracted to a water source than food, because it gives them a place to drink and clean their feathers. You can help your birds by adding a reliable source of water, such as a bird bath, a small pool or a shallow dish.

Featured Bird: American Robin
Bath: Metal Bird Bath Dish

08/20/2024

We love our kitties 🐱 and we love our birds 🐦; We cherish the joy that both bring into our lives. 💕 However, we also recognize the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of all creatures. That's why we advocate for keeping our beloved cats indoors. By doing so, we not only protect our pets from potential dangers but also safeguard the delicate balance of our ecosystems and the lives of our cherished bird species. To learn more about how to , visit https://www.wbu.com/save-the-song-birds/.

08/18/2024

🐝🍯 We're buzzing with excitement because today is National Honey Bee Day! 🎉 Let's celebrate the sweetest pollinators around! 🌼🍯 Spread some honey love today and bee-kind to our little friends who work tirelessly to keep our world abuzz with life!

Featured Bee: Honey Bee
Featured Flower: Purple Coneflower

08/15/2024

Summer is the perfect time to evaluate your yard and prepare it for fall, when there can be even more bird activity. Adding a feeding station or water feature might be just what your space needs to become ✨ the ✨ yard. Visit us soon to learn how you can make the most of your yard this summer.

Featured Birds: House Finch & Downy Woodpecker
Hardware: Advanced Pole System®

08/12/2024

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting another session of Wild Birds Unlimited University (WBU U) at our Franchise Support Center! A big thank you to our store owners and managers who joined us to expand their knowledge and enhance the experience they bring to their customers, the birds, and the world around them. Your commitment to learning and growth is what makes WBU truly special!

08/09/2024

Wondering why your bird feeders seem quieter in late summer? ☀️ 🐦 Tune into the latest podcast episode as John and Brian explore where your feathered friends might be during this part of the season. Don't miss out, listen here: wbu.com/podcast/episode-88-where-are-the-birds

08/09/2024

Say hello to the new owners of the Wild Birds Unlimited store in Davenport, IA, Todd and Stephanie Burras! Todd and Stephanie have also owned the WBU store in Ames, IA since 2018. Congratulations on your second store! We are thrilled for you!

08/08/2024

Goldfinches are some of the latest breeding songbirds, waiting to nest until mid-to-late summer when thistle seeds and down are readily available. You can help the goldfinches in your backyard as they prepare for nesting by offering Nyjer®️ (thistle) and our WBU Finch Blend. Both are loaded with the protein that your goldfinches need during summer.

Featured Birds: American Goldfinches
WBU Food: Nyjer® (Nyjer® is a registered trademark of the Wild Bird Feeding Institute.)
Feeder: Quick-Clean™ Medium Finch Feeder (Yellow)

08/06/2024

Wild Birds Unlimited is a proud partner of the National Wildlife Federation! Together, we're on a mission to inspire more people to plant native species and create thriving natural habitats for birds. 🌱🐦 Discover more about our initiatives and the efforts of Jim and Nancy Carpenter here: https://blog.nwf.org/2024/07/wild-birds-unlimited-a-longtime-habitat-champion/

08/04/2024

Happy International Owl Awareness Day! WHO is your favorite owl? 🦉 Lets us know in the comments! Check out this page to learn more about these fascinating nocturnal creatures: https://www.wbu.com/owls/

Featured Birds: Barred Owl, Eastern Screech Owl, & Burrowing Owl

08/02/2024

🌳✨ Wild Birds Unlimited is excited to partner with the Arbor Day Foundation https://www.arborday.org, to plant thousands of trees across North America! This partnership will have a lasting impact on future generations of birds and nature enthusiasts.

Join us in our mission to by planting a tree in your yard. 🌳💚 With every tree planted, we are making a difference together! 🙌🌎
Shop for trees here: https://shop.arborday.org/wbu



Featured Bird: Purple Finch

08/01/2024

Where are the birds? Can anyone relate to this question right now? ✋

In the newest episode of the Podcast, John & Brian address challenging questions like: What happens when bird activity slows down? Where did the birds go and why? What can you do to get them back? Tune in today: www.wbu.com/podcast/episode-88-where-are-the-birds

08/01/2024

A new Wild Birds Unlimited store is coming soon in Ocala, FL! This will be the second store for Doug, Susan, and Lindsay Gilmour as they also own the store in Gainesville, FL. They said "We are excited to continue our journey as WBU franchisees with the addition of a new store in Ocala, FL later this year! It has been wonderful serving backyard birdfeeding hobbyists in Gainesville for the past 3 years. Thanks to the team at the Wild Birds Unlimited Franchise Support Center, we have found owning a business to be a great experience. Our products are so much in demand that we found many customers are happy to drive all the way from Ocala to Gainesville for their bird feeding needs and we cannot wait to bring our service and high-quality supplies to them!” Congratulations Doug, Susan, and Lindsay! It is such a joy to see you grow with WBU!

To learn more about how you can own your very own WBU store please click the link below:
https://franchise.wbu.com/

07/31/2024

🚨 LAST DAY to get 20% OFF Wildlife Habitat Certification!

Redeem offer here: (use promo code: GARDEN20)
https://certifiedwildlifehabitat.nwf.org/?campaignid=WH20JSU&utm_source=partner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=WBU&utm_content=WBU_parntership

The National Wildlife Federation is offering Wild Birds Unlimited customers 20% OFF habitat certification and today is the last day to take advantage of the discount. This small application fee will help the NWF in their efforts to protect wildlife and habitats. Upon completion of your certification, the National Wildlife Federation will recognize your yard or garden as a Certified Wildlife Habitat® and you will receive a certificate and have an opportunity to buy a sign or plaque to display proudly in your own habitat.

07/30/2024

Summer's here, but where have all the birds gone? ☀️ Discover the secrets of summer bird feeding and find out why you might not be spotting them in this week's episode of the Podcast. 🎙️ Tune in this Thursday at www.wbu.com/podcast.

07/25/2024

Offer our Jim's Birdacious®️ Bugs & Bits®️ and watch the birds stop by for a nutritious treat! It's easy to add to the foods you currently offer to attract a wide variety of birds, including some that don't often visit feeders such as Brown Creepers, tanagers, warblers and more.

Featured Bird: Carolina Wren
WBU Food: Jim's Birdacious Bugs & Bits®

07/25/2024

Congratulations to the Wild Birds Unlimited team in Pleasant Hill, CA for earning the 2024 Wild Birds Unlimited Team of the Year Award! Well deserved!

07/20/2024

07/19/2024

Have you listened to the latest episode of the Podcast? 🎙️ You won't want to miss this episode where John and Brian interview two kids who just love the hobby of bird feeding. It's truly heartwarming and inspiring to hear the enthusiasm in Xander and Rhain when they talk about watching the birds! ✨ Tune in now: www.wbu.com/episode-87-why-kids-love-bird-feeding

07/19/2024

Many kids today don't seem to know how great the outdoors is. It's like they've chosen to "go screen" instead of "going green." Fortunately, bird feeding and other birding activities (building a feeder, filling feeders, watching and even sketching birds) are wonderful ways to bring children closer to nature. Go here to download some fun activities just for kids: www.wbu.com/kids-activities

Want to learn more?
🎙️ Tune in to the latest Nature Centered Podcast where John & Brian are joined by two very special guests, kids who love bird feeding, Xander and Rhain. Prepare to be inspired by their passion and love for birds and bird feeding. They also share their tips for helping more kids get into the hobby. Listen to Why Kids Love Bird Feeding here: wbu.com/podcast

Featured Feeder: Tidy Cylinder Feeder (Blue)
WBU Food: No-Mess Cylinder

07/19/2024

Many kids today don't seem to know how great the outdoors is. It's like they've chosen to "go screen" instead of "going green." Fortunately, bird feeding (building a feeder, filling feeders, watching and even sketching birds) are wonderful ways to bring children closer to nature. Go here to download some fun activities just for kids: www.wbu.com/kids-activities

Want to learn more?
🎙️ Tune in to the latest Nature Centered Podcast where John & Brian are joined by two very special guests, kids who love bird feeding, Xander and Rhain. Prepare to be inspired by their passion and love for birds and bird feeding. They also share their tips for helping more kids get into the hobby. Listen to Why Kids Love Bird Feeding here: ashburn.wbu.com/nature-centered-onewbu

Featured Feeder: Tidy Cylinder Feeder (Blue)
WBU Food: No-Mess Cylinder

07/16/2024

Did you know that you can reduce pesticide usage by shopping at WBU?

WBU seed blends do not contain fillers which means a reduction in pesticide use across thousands of acres of crops! What an easy way to protect our birds and the planet! To learn more about how to , visit: https://www.wbu.com/save-the-song-birds/

07/15/2024

Whether you're looking for a way to feed your birds while on vacation or want to enjoy longer views of the birds at your feeders, Seed Cylinders are a great addition to any backyard. We carry a variety of Seed Cylinders that are designed to meet your birds' seasonal needs.

Featured Birds: Carolina Chickadee, Downy Woodpecker & House Finch
WBU Food: Large Supreme Cylinder
Feeder: Large Tidy Cylinder Feeder

07/15/2024

🌴 ✈️ Whether you're looking for a way to feed your birds while on vacation or want to enjoy longer views of the birds at your feeders, Seed Cylinders are a great addition to any backyard. We carry a variety of Seed Cylinders that are designed to meet your birds' seasonal needs.

🎙️ Vacation time is also a great time to listen to the latest Nature Centered Podcast: Why Kids Love Bird Feeding. Tune in here: ashburn.wbu.com/nature-centered-onewbu

Featured Birds: Carolina Chickadee, Downy Woodpecker & House Finch
WBU Food: Large Supreme Cylinder
Feeder: Large Tidy Cylinder Feeder

07/13/2024

Whether you're looking for a way to feed your birds 🐦 while on vacation or want to enjoy longer views of the birds at your feeders, Seed Cylinders are a great addition to any backyard!

👉 We carry a variety of Seed Cylinders that are designed to meet your birds seasonal needs.

📣 NOW through July 15th, ALL Seed Cylinders are 20% OFF!👏 In-store and online. No code needed!

😊 DSC members get an additional 5% off the sale price!

Featured Birds: Carolina Chickadee, Downy Woodpecker & House Finch
WBU Food: Large Supreme Cylinder
Feeder: Large Tidy Cylinder Feeder

07/12/2024

Help birds beat the heat! ♨️ 🔥 🌡️

All birds need water 💦 , whether they are regular visitors to your feeders or not.

Offering a dependable source of water is probably the simplest and most important step you can take to help birds regulate body temperature and keep feathers in top-flight shape.

In simple terms, water - especially the sound of water - is a bird magnet! 👍 Add a bird bath or dripper to your yard and enjoy the show as birds of all types stop by to drink, bathe and preen. 🐦

07/11/2024

John & Brian are joined by two very special guests, kids who love bird feeding, Xander and Rhain. Prepare to be inspired by their passion and love for birds and bird feeding. They also share their tips for helping more kids get into the hobby. Tune in today: www.wbu.com/episode-87-why-kids-love-bird-feeding

07/11/2024

Bird feeding doesn't have to be complicated. 😊 🐦☀️

Birds always need a reliable source of food, especially during the summer 😎 when they are caring for young fledglings or preparing for another brood.

Our Seed Cylinders are the easiest, longest-lasting and most convenient way to feed the birds.

Made of tightly-packed ingredients, such as seeds, nuts and more, Seed Cylinders help you meet all of your birds' nutritional needs for summer.

In fact, one of the most convenient ways to feed is by offering our exclusive WBU seed cylinders. Just open the package and slip the food into a seed cylinder feeder.

It's an easy way to attract a wide variety of birds! 😄

Now thru 7/15 take 20% OFF Seed Cylinders! 👉 DSC Members get an additional 5% OFF the sale price.

Shop In-store or Online today: NO CODE NEEDED 😀

Featured Bird: Carolina Chickadee
WBU Food: Nutty for Nuts® Cylinder
Feeder: Tidy Cylinder Feeder

07/10/2024

07/09/2024

Store manager, Karenna, and store owner, Sherri, had a fantastic time birding with Brian Cunningham (pictured here and host of “Nature Centered” a WBU podcast) last week during the annual Wild Birds Unlimited conference. Christian Cooper, Emmy-winning host of “Extraordinary Birder” and author of “Better Living Through Birding” also joined the bird walk and was a guest speaker at the conference!

07/09/2024

On this week's episode of the , we have 2 very special guests. Xander and Rhain, both youngster bird enthusiasts, love to feed the birds and learn from them too! Tune in this Thursday to hear their favorite parts about the hobby of bird feeding! This is one you won't want to miss!

06/24/2024

How cool would it be to officially have your own yard recognized as a Certified Wildlife Habitat®️ by the National Wildlife Federation?

🤩 Now through July 31, Wild Birds Unlimited customers get 20% OFF Habitat Certification with promo code: ✨ GARDEN20 ✨

*Offer valid only in the US

Get your yard certified: https://bit.ly/3z0KG0n

06/24/2024

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06/18/2024

This year, National Pollinator Week is June 17-23.

This annual, international event brings attention to the importance of pollinator health.

Click here to learn more: wbu.com/all-about-pollinators

06/18/2024

Happy National Pollinator Week! 😀

This week we celebrate all the tiny heroes - 🐦 birds, 🦇 bats and 🐜 🐛 🐞 🦋 insects - that play a crucial role in our ecosystem!

👉 You can help these animals thrive by planting pollinator-friendly gardens, reducing pesticide use, or by supporting local conservation efforts. 💪

📣 Every action counts in protecting these vital species!👈

Featured Pollinator: Monarch Butterfly🦋 🦋 🦋 🦋 🦋