iris
by Iris Hunter
(Ontario Canada)
The rose breasted grossbeaks usually arrive about the same time as the orioles in early May. They also will feed from the oriole feeders. I put out half an orange for the orioles and the grossbeaks love them. For some reason I only see them for a few weeks in spring. Can anyone tell me why. I also have shelled sunflower seeds mixed with safflower in my feeder to discourage squirrels.