Silvereye - Tauhou
One of New Zealand’s’ most common birds it's highly likely you are kohabiting with them already.
The Silvereye or Waxeye introduced themselves from Australia around 1832. They are very distinctive with a beautiful white eye-ring and olive green undies, these quick little creatures are a lot of fun to share your world with.
Living in flocks, with a set pecking order, they can be seen squabbling over food as they play the day away. They take it in turns to visit feeders and can be seen swooping down one after the other. Their loud communal chatter can make quite a noise but their song is a lot quieter and is a pretty long soft warble.
What do Silvereye eat?
Like the Tui and Bellbird, the Silvereye have a brush tongue and feed on flower nectar as well as small insects, flies, aphids and spiders. They also have a love of fruit and berries which gets them into trouble with gardeners and farmers.
To support the Silvereye you can leave fruit out for them, or nectar and they will devour both of them. Kohab Nectar is a deep red colour due to the addition of beetroot and will help attract them, while the additional nutrition will help them thrive.
Supporting insects in your area by planting insect-friendly plants and letting leaf litter accumulate will also help provide them with a great natural source of protein-rich insects.
Help the NZ birds you kohabit with thrive.
Here in New Zealand, we kohabit with some amazing birds, so what better way to enjoy them than by inviting them into our gardens and giving them a nutritious snack. And that’s what Kohab is all about, enjoying the creatures we kohabit our NZ gardens with while supporting them so they can thrive.
Nectar-loving birds like Tūī, Silvereye and Bellbirds will get a great boost from Kohab Bird Nectar with beetroot.
Our glucose-based bird nectar includes the superpower of beetroot, you just need to add water. Not only does this give our bird nectar its beautiful red colouring, but it also attracts birds, making it easy for them to find and enjoy. In addition, beetroot is rich in nitrates, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals to help the birds thrive and maintain their energetic lifestyle.
By providing your NZ birds with high-energy food and good nutrition you will help them thrive. Kohabs’ bird foods have been developed to supplement wild birds' natural food sources to support their health and wellbeing.
Try a Kohab Food Subscription and ensure you are always well stocked up and enjoy great savings too. Our subscriptions make great gifts for bird lovers or for that person who has everything.
All Kohab Wild Bird Food comes with no plastic.
For more information on Kohab bird foods take a look at About Kohab Bird Food.
Kohab Bird Nectar composition: glucose, organic beetroot powder.
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Silvereyes will love:
The perfect NZ Bird Feeder for Tui!
The Kohab Feeder is the perfect nectar feeder for our native and endemic birds Tūī, Silvereye/Waxeye or Bellbirds. Just add a bowl of your choice with Kohab Bird Nectar, or even pieces of fruit.
Simply attach it to a tree or fence. Adding a bowl of your choice means you can easily keep the feeder clean and tidy. It also gives you the option to change what you are feeding, depending on who is visiting or who you want to have visit your garden.
Adding a bird feeder is a great way to support and encourage your local wildlife. Not only are you providing a safe feeding site, you also get to connect more with those you kohabit your space with and get the joy of watching the bird life thrive. It's a win-win.
By providing your garden birds with high-energy food and good nutrition, you will help them thrive.
PLEASE NOTE: A bowl is not included with the Kohab Bird Feeder.
Details:
This DIY bird feeder is New Zealand made from strong, high-quality marine plywood with thick walls and roof so it will last and last.
This feeder comes in a kitset and is quick and easy to assemble. Simply slot the pieces together and hammer a few nails into the part-drilled holes. We supply the nails and two sturdy mounting screws.
To find out more about how to put your Kohab Feeder together, take a look at our assembly instructions.
Other Info:
This Kohab Bird Feeder is made from high-quality marine plywood, which is safe for birds and can last outside untreated for up to 10 years. However, as with all outside wood products, you can extend your feeder's lifespan with a little bit of love. We recommend sealing it with Timber Sealer and Protector.
Size: H 295mm x W 229mm x D 165mm
All Kohab products are proudly NZ made.
Share the love with NZ native birds.
Encourage magical visits to your garden and help the NZ native birds you kohabit with thrive.
Designed and made right here in NZ, this feeder will attract fruit-eating birds to your garden. Simply hang it up, add some fruit and wait and see who visits. Will it be Tūī, Silvereye/Waxeye, Bellbird, or a cheeky Blackbird dropping in for a quick snack?
Made in Corten Steel this beautiful heart design will get better and better with age as its colours change with the seasons.
Made in weather-resistant 3mm Corten Steel. The outer layer is designed to rust, which gives it a unique antique look but at the same time gives the feeder a layer of protection so it will last for years and years.
Hung with a cord
Size: 142mm high
Packed in easy to recycle from home paper packaging - no plastic!