Schoen Farms Less Mess Wild Bird Food Mix
In a Nutshell
- Birds have mixed preferences for the food mix.
- Some birds enjoy it, while others are picky and throw it out.
- Traditional sunflower seeds and peanuts are preferred by many users for a cleaner feeding area.
Quick Verdict
The Schoen Farms Less Mess Wild Bird Food Mix receives mixed reviews. Some birds enjoy it, while others are picky and prefer traditional sunflower seeds and peanuts. Users report varying levels of satisfaction with the overall quality and value.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Attracts particular birds (1)
Some bird species seem to enjoy certain parts of the mix.
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Less mess (2)
Reduces the amount of wasted food and shells around the feeding area.
Cons
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Some birds do not eat it (2) major
A significant portion of birds does not consume the food, leading to waste.
Tip: Mixing it with sunflower seeds and nutrients might help.
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Pickiness (1) minor
Birds are picky and some prefer only specific parts of the food mix.
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Not suitable for all species (2) major
Various birds including juncos, chickadees, towhees, sparrows, and wrens did not eat the food mix.
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Bird lovers — Looking for a less messy feeding solution.
✗ Skip If
- • Owners of finicky birds — Some birds may not eat this feed, leading to waste.
Durability & Care
Cleaning Methods
Rating Distribution
Highlighted Reviews
"Birds did eat about 85% of the food the first few days. Started giving them less food overall, and now it's nearly gone. Some smaller corn pieces here and there, usually the tiny orange seeds are left sitting in the tray. So sweeping up what they kick out by the end of the day has been much easier f..."
"I've been feeding sunflower seeds with out the shell and peanut pieces for a few years. Thought I would give this a try. Juncos, chickadee, towhees, sparrows, wrens, etc did not eat this food. They just threw it out of the feeder on to the ground and one of my dogs readily ate it. All the birds ..."
Bottom Line
If you have picky birds, this mix may not be the best choice. Consider traditional sunflower seeds and peanuts if your goal is to attract a wide variety of birds and keep your feeding area clean and less messy. Those with discerning birds may need to supplement with additional types of bird food.