To make hummingbird food (nectar), follow these simple steps: Ingredients:
- Refined white granulated sugar
- Water
Instructions:
- Mix 1 part sugar with 4 parts water (for example, 1 cup sugar with 4 cups water).
- Bring the water to a boil, then remove from heat.
- Stir in the sugar until it is completely dissolved.
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Fill a clean hummingbird feeder with the cooled nectar.
- Hang the feeder outside for hummingbirds to enjoy.
Important tips:
- Do not add red dye or any food coloring, as it can be harmful to hummingbirds. The red color of the feeder itself is sufficient to attract them.
- Do not use honey, brown sugar, raw sugar, or artificial sweeteners, as these can be harmful or promote fungal growth.
- Change the nectar and clean the feeder every 2-3 days to prevent mold and bacteria buildup.
- Boiling the water helps remove impurities and dissolves the sugar better.
This recipe mimics the natural nectar hummingbirds find in flowers and is safe and healthy for them
