I have been getting lots of male and female reed buntings in my garden this and last winter, I just thought I would let anyone wanting to know what they seem to love to eat the most. I have been putting out Millet Sprays which I bought from the Market in Worcester near where I live for the sparrows mainly, especially in the spring when the fledgling sparrows like to come into the garden as they love to eat it, and I have found that the Reed Buntings seem to be attracted to it also.
I also get a Pied Wagtail which seems to love the dried mealworms which I put out.
I have 2 reed buntings that have been visiting regularly this year but they seem to spend most of their time
in the hedge.I will try the millet Thanks!
Thanks for the great advice on how to attract these little things. I hope I get them come to my garden & at least I will be prepared. Ive never seen a reed bunting before but do see Pied wagtails which flock Morrison's car park :) They have never ventured to my garden though so I will give the millet spray's a go.
Best wishes,
Lauren.
My days in the garden would be empty & sad without the birds and their beautiful song. I'm worried that one day I will be alone in that garden when all he birds have gone.