The Sweet Spot: Beyond Height in Hummingbird Feeder Placement The recent flurry of articles on attracting hummingbirds to backyards has shed light on a crucial aspect of feeder placement: height.
While it's true that hanging a feeder about 6 feet off the ground creates a safe space for these birds, this is only one piece of the puzzle.
Height is a critical consideration, given the risks that come with being too low (predators) or too high (inaccessibility). However, other factors often take a backseat to this single variable. The U. S.