Duncraft Woodpecker Blend Wild Bird Seed, 5-lb bag

Woodpeckers love this blend. Almost too much.

If you've ever wanted to watch a Red-bellied Woodpecker work through a feeder with focused intensity, or a Downy Woodpecker hang upside down picking out exactly what it wants, Woodpecker Blend is how you make that happen. Densely packed with split peanuts, coarse sunflower chips, suet nuggets, raisins, cranberries, and pumpkin seeds, this is the most ingredient-rich blend in the Duncraft lineup — and woodpeckers, nuthatches, and jays respond to it immediately. 100% hulled and edible, no waste, and formulated to hold up in hot weather without melting.

What's in the blend.

Six premium ingredients, each chosen for maximum woodpecker appeal: split peanuts for the nut-seekers, coarse sunflower chips for broad appeal, suet nuggets for the high-fat energy woodpeckers crave, raisins and cranberries for fruit-loving species, and pumpkin seeds for an unexpected favorite. Nothing in this bag is filler — every piece is 100% bird-edible.

• Split peanuts — irresistible to woodpeckers, jays, and nuthatches
• Coarse sunflower chips — hulled, high-energy, no shells
• Suet nuggets — high-fat energy source woodpeckers actively seek
• Raisins — attracts fruit-loving species including robins and catbirds
• Cranberries — adds variety and attracts additional fruit-eaters
• Pumpkin seeds — a surprising favorite for woodpeckers and nuthatches
• Won't melt in hot weather — ideal for year-round use
• 5 lb resealable bag — available exclusively at Duncraft

Birds attracted: Downy Woodpeckers, Hairy Woodpeckers, Red-bellied Woodpeckers, Pileated Woodpeckers, White-breasted Nuthatches, Blue Jays, Black-capped Chickadees, Tufted Titmice, American Robins, and Gray Catbirds.

How to feed: Works in any hopper, platform, or tray feeder. A platform feeder or open tray gives woodpeckers the most comfortable access — they prefer a stable surface where they can grip and work through the blend at their own pace. For the best woodpecker activity, place the feeder near trees where woodpeckers already forage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Woodpecker Blend different from standard bird seed?
Standard bird seed mixes are built around sunflower and millet, which woodpeckers will eat but don't specifically seek out. Woodpecker Blend is formulated around the ingredients woodpeckers actively prefer — split peanuts, suet nuggets, and coarse sunflower chips — combined with fruit and pumpkin seeds that attract additional species. The result is a blend that draws woodpeckers more reliably and in greater variety than any standard mix.

What woodpeckers will Woodpecker Blend attract?
Woodpecker Blend is designed to attract the full range of backyard woodpecker species, including Downy Woodpeckers, Hairy Woodpeckers, Red-bellied Woodpeckers, and in some regions, Pileated Woodpeckers. The split peanuts and suet nuggets are especially effective at drawing in larger woodpecker species that may not visit standard seed feeders.

What are suet nuggets and why do woodpeckers like them?
Suet nuggets are small, rendered fat pieces — the same high-energy food source found in traditional suet cakes, but in a loose, bite-sized form that can be mixed into a seed blend. Woodpeckers are naturally drawn to fat-rich foods because they provide concentrated energy. Suet nuggets in a loose blend give woodpeckers the fat they crave without requiring a separate suet feeder.

Will Woodpecker Blend melt in summer heat?
No. Unlike traditional suet cakes, which can melt and go rancid in warm weather, the suet nuggets in Woodpecker Blend are formulated to hold up in hot temperatures. This makes Woodpecker Blend suitable for year-round feeding, including summer months when standard suet products are not recommended.

What feeder should I use for Woodpecker Blend?
A platform feeder, open tray, or hopper feeder with a wide base works best. Woodpeckers prefer a stable, open surface where they can grip and maneuver while feeding. Placing the feeder near trees or on a post close to existing woodpecker habitat will significantly increase activity. Avoid narrow tube feeders — the split peanuts and coarse ingredients may not flow freely through small ports.