Have you finally attracted hummingbirds to your garden? That’s great, because these pollinators are important for our environment, but with little oversight, all the effort you’ve put into creating a hummingbird-friendly yard can go to waste!
You should be careful because some pests could harm all the hummingbirds that visit your garden! A few years ago, my garden was full of these birds. I even got them a feeder so they could have their delicious treats every day!
When I went to my garden one morning, I was shocked to find no trace of hummingbirds. Later, I discovered that pests had succeeded in driving them away. That’s when I found friendly ways to remove these pests so the birds could return.
And guess what? After a week, the hummingbirds were back in my garden! If you want to help them feel safe in your garden, follow these tricks. But first, get to know every pest that might potentially be a threat to hummingbirds!
Let’s See Which Pests Might Harm Hummingbirds In Your Yard
The first thing you should do is identify all the pests that threaten hummingbirds. The list is quite long and includes chipmunks, squirrels, lizards, and even snakes. These pests can be very harmful to hummingbirds!
Lizards and snakes can catch hummingbirds if they are flying low over the yard. As for chipmunks and squirrels, they will eat the eggs and baby hummingbirds.
If you happen to have a feeder full of delicious nectar, the hummingbirds might feel comfortable enough to build a nest in your garden. That’s why you’ll need to protect them and ensure that your yard is a safe environment for their little family!
Use These Tricks To Protect Hummingbirds And Their Babies
Now that you’ve identified all the pests, it’s time to protect the hummingbirds! Since they build nests in trees, squirrels can easily reach them. Planting garlic near the trees can help, as squirrels can’t stand the smell!
You can also spray the tree with cider vinegar, peppers, or cinnamon. If you spot squirrels near the bird feeder, try placing cone-shaped baffles below the feeder.
This will prevent squirrels from climbing up to where the birds are enjoying their snacks. I have one on my feeder, and it has proven to be an excellent protector!
For chipmunks, plant plenty of berries far away from the nest or feeder. This way, they will have enough food from your tasty fruits and will lose interest in the hummingbirds’ eggs. You can also plant natural repellents such as alliums, marigolds, and daffodils.
As for lizards and snakes, you should place the hummingbird feeder far away from trees or bushes where these pests lie in wait for their prey! Just follow these steps, and hummingbirds will be safe in your garden!
Isn’t it a great feeling to know you can protect all the hummingbirds in your garden? With these friendly tricks, you’ll repel pests without harming anyone! You won’t need dangerous chemicals when you’ve got natural methods to drive them away.
I’ve always wanted to have my yard filled with hummingbirds! Now, seeing them every day around the feeder I set up makes my day even better. You can achieve the same thing without pests ruining their fun in your garden!
Good luck!