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3Allow sugar solution to cool.
4Fill hummingbird feeders every couple days.
5Refrigerate any extra solution for up to 1 week.
6Change the hummingbird nectar or food every two days. Do this more often if you notice mold growth or fermentation.
7Clean the hummingbird feeder using a vinegar and water solution. Do this every time before you add new hummingbird nectar to the feeder.
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Tips for how to make hummingbird nectar in the microwave oven and how to clean your feeder.Edit TipsFiltered water is better than tap. Hummingbirds' high rate of metabolism makes them more vulnerable to impurities.Edit WarningsDon't wash the feeder in the dishwasher or use harsh detergents or soaps. Even a little soap residue can harm them.Edit Things You'll NeedSugarWaterSaucepanSpoon or whiskHummingbird FeederVinegarEdit Related wikiHowsHow to Kill Mold With VinegarHow to Make Hummingbird FoodHow to Feed HummingbirdsHow to Attract HummingbirdsEdit Sources and CitationsCalifornia Kern River PreserveArticle Info Featured Article
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