They typically use platform feeders or feed on the ground." Clearly, juncos are considered ground feeders that occasionally take nyjer seeds that have fallen to the ground. But just as clearly, at least some juncos have modified their feeding habits.
What kind of seed do juncos eat?
What Do Juncos Eat? In winter, juncos feast on seeds of weeds and grasses that are left standing in your landscape or in fields, parks and open woodlands. Seeds from common plants such as chickweed, buckwheat, lamb's-quarters and sorrel make up 75 percent of their year-round diet.
What birds will eat Nyjer seed?
The most popular birds that eat Nyjer include the following:
- American goldfinches.
- California quail.
- Common redpolls.
- Dark-eyed juncos.
- European goldfinches.
- Hoary redpolls.
- House finches.
- Indigo buntings.
