Nyger seed (sometimes called Niger or Nyjer) is a tiny, oil-rich seed that’s one of the very best foods for attracting colourful finches and other small seed-eating birds to your garden. Packed with natural oils, protein, and energy, Nyger provides essential nutrition — especially valuable during cold Irish winters, breeding season, and moulting.
Because of its small size, Nyger seed is best offered in a specialised Nyger feeder with narrow ports to prevent waste and keep the seed dry. When used correctly, it will bring large flocks of finches right up to your feeding station.
Which Birds love it:
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Goldfinch – the top Nyger feeder visitor.
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Siskin – especially in late winter and spring.
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Lesser Redpoll – a winter favourite.
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Greenfinch & Chaffinch – will use Nyger feeders when available.
Feeding Tips:
✔︎ Use a dedicated Nyger feeder with fine ports to reduce waste.
✔︎ Place feeders near shrubs or hedges to give birds safe cover.
✔︎ Clean and refill regularly — Nyger can spoil if damp.
✔︎ Best used October to March for winter survival and spring breeding.
✔︎ Pair with sunflower hearts or peanut granules to create a finch-friendly feeding station.
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EAN codeP1019225
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