Getting Rid of Yellow Jackets and Ants on Hummingbird Feeders
I know this is an old post but I have to point out that the proportions for the nectar you have is incorrect. It is 1:4 and one way to try to deter the bees is by making it 1:5. The birds will tolerate it but bees are not as happy and hopefully will go elsewhere...
Use Mint Extract to Deter Wasps from Feeder
This is not a good idea. It is not safe for the hummies. When do they ingest mint and get mint extracts on themselves in in nature? The harm potential is worse then the bees. Do not try.
Keeping Bees and Wasps Out of Hummingbird Feeders?
Birds are super sensitive to the spray. Reading the can is your first hint. It will kill your pet bird is another hint. Please do not do this ever. It is horrible. Also the bees carry it back to the hive and you can guess the rest. Bees are in big trouble and...