{"product_id":"subscriber-freebie-wiggly-wigglers-spring-seasonal-garden-bird-mix-1kg","title":"Subscriber Freebie Wiggly Wigglers Spring Seasonal Garden Bird Mix 1kg","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHusk-Free • No Mess • Mixed on Our Farm • Designed for Breeding Season\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring is when birds work the hardest — and it’s when the right food really matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mix is designed specifically for March to May, when garden birds are nesting, laying eggs and feeding hungry chicks from dawn until dusk. It’s not a watered-down winter mix. It’s a purpose-built spring recipe that focuses on protein, steady energy and safe, easy feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits (at a glance)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Supports breeding birds and chick rearing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Higher digestible protein, lower heavy fats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Completely husk-free — no mess, no weeds, no waste\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Small, soft ingredients ideal for feeding young\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Attracts a wide range of UK garden birds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Mixed properly on our Herefordshire farm — not bulk bought\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s in the Spring Mix — and Why\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunflower Hearts - Soft, husk-free energy that’s easy to eat and easy to carry. Perfect for busy adults feeding chicks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinhead Oats - Slow-release energy for stamina rather than fat. Excellent for breeding birds that are constantly on the move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKibbled Peanuts - A vital protein source for egg production and chick growth. Chopped small so they’re safe and digestible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMillet - tiny seeds that small beaks can manage easily. Ideal for sparrows, finches and feeding young birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanary Seed - Light, protein-rich and highly digestible. Supports feather growth and overall condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOilseed Rape - Tiny seeds with a big oil hit. Much loved by tits, siskins and finches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDried Mealworms - Adds natural insect-based protein when live insects are still scarce — without the mess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌼 \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Spring Feeding Helps Birds Raise Families\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Why this mix exists at all)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring isn’t a gentle season for birds — it’s relentless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult birds aren’t just feeding themselves anymore. They’re:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• building nests\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• producing eggs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• growing feathers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• defending territory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• feeding chicks every few minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat workload dramatically increases protein demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe science bit (in plain English)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChicks grow fast — really fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMuscle, feathers, organs and immune systems all depend on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• digestible protein (amino acids)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• steady energy, not fat overload\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• small, soft food parents can carry safely\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch shows that during breeding season, protein availability — not calories — is often the limiting factor in chick survival and successful fledging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter food keeps birds alive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring food helps chicks leave the nest strong enough to survive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s why this mix:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• increases protein sources\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• reduces heavy fats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• uses smaller, husk-free ingredients\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• avoids bulky fillers that waste time and energy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt lets parent birds feed efficiently — and efficiency matters when you’re making hundreds of trips a day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiggly Wigglers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55371799953793,"sku":"WWSP1-bf1","price":5.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0025\/4456\/6307\/files\/Screenshot2026-01-09at09.05.23.jpg?v=1767958993","url":"https:\/\/www.wigglywigglers.co.uk\/products\/subscriber-freebie-wiggly-wigglers-spring-seasonal-garden-bird-mix-1kg","provider":"Wiggly Wigglers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}