Moving your hummingbird feeder regularly and cleaning it well prevents ants from following scent trails and being drawn to sticky residue. Hanging the feeder with fishing line or installing a ...

Ants are attracted to sugary nectar and can contaminate feeders or deter hummingbirds. Use safe methods like ant moats, fishing line, diatomaceous earth, and repellent scents to block access. Choose ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. A hummingbird feeder is a fun addition to your outdoor space. Whether catching a glimpse of the birds through your window or keeping an eye on ...

If hummingbirds are flocking to the nectar in your feeder, then you can bet you’re attracting other visitors as well—ants. “Carbohydrates are ants' primary food source, and since nectar is high in ...