Q: I want to feed the goldfinches, but I don’t want thistles all over my yard. Is there a way to do this? — Molly from Salem A: Use the thistle seed that you find at the local garden center.

Nyger thistle seeds are ideal if you prefer not to attract other bird species, as they primarily appeal to goldfinches, ...

Tube feeders work well for finches, because though these little birds eat lots of food, like seeds and mealworms, some of the most reliable finch foods are nyjer and thistle.

Tube feeders work well for finches, because though these little birds eat lots of food, like seeds and mealworms, some of the most reliable finch foods are nyjer and thistle.

Kingsyard Metal Finch Bird Feeders for Outside, Hanging Tube Mesh Feeder for Nyjer/Thistle, 18 inch, Large Capacity, Weatherproof, Great for Attracting Wild Bird, Brushed Copper ...

Tube feeders work well for finches, because though these little birds eat lots of food, like seeds and mealworms, some of the most reliable finch foods are nyjer and thistle.

Just before dark on New Year’s Eve, I filled all the bird feeders, and I didn’t skimp on the good stuff: black nyjer thistle for the finches, two kinds of suet for the woodpeckers, whole ...