Nyjer Wild Bird Seed, High-Oil Year-Round Feed for Finches and Other Small-Billed Backyard Birds

Nyjer wild bird seed is a hearty black seed for finches, Pine Siskins, Redpolls and other small-billed wild birds. Often called thistle, Nyjer comes from a different plant and provides effective year-round bird food.

Its high oil content supplies energy for winter survival, while its protein and fiber content helps birds during spring and fall migration. The seed is sterilized to protect native plants and help keep unwanted weeds out of the backyard.

Key Features

• Readily eaten by finches, Pine Siskins, Redpolls and other wild birds.
• Oil-type black seed preferred by many small-billed birds.
• Suitable for feeding throughout the year, including winter and migration seasons.
• Sterilized seed helps protect native plants and prevents unwanted weed growth.
• Use in a finch feeder with small ports or a finch sock that birds can cling to.
• Place a platform beneath the feeder to catch the tiny seeds and reduce waste.

Specifications

• Seed type: Nyjer seed, commonly referred to as thistle despite coming from a different plant.
• Seed appearance: Tiny, hearty black seed.
• Growing regions: India and Africa.
• Feeder use: Exclusively for finch feeders; suitable for small-port feeders and finch socks.
• Weight selections: 4 lbs, 15 lbs or two 4 lb packs.
• Storage guidance: Keep in a closed storage container so the seed does not dry out.

Fill a suitable finch feeder or sock, add a platform underneath to catch stray seed, and store the remaining Nyjer in a closed container between feedings.