Which bird seed is going to do the best job at attracting the type of birds you want? Hopefully this will help:
Black Oil Sunflower – Pretty much all birds like this one, and it’s a good choice for attracting the greatest variety of birds.
Nijer (commonly referred to as thistle) – House Finches, Gold Finches, Purple Finches, Sparrows.
Millet – Favoured by ground feeders such as Doves, Dark-eyed Juncos, Towhees, and Carolina Wrens.
Safflower – Northern Cardinals love this seed, as well as Black Capped Chickadees and Titmice.
Sunflower Hearts – Another which most birds like. Unlike Black Oil Sunflower, however, with Hearts there is no waste from any uneaten shells.
Peanut Hearts – A good choice for attracting Woodpeckers.
Hot Meats – Sunflower Hearts which have had a hot pepper coating added to them. The spicy taste doesn’t bother birds, but the squirrels hate it!