Fuchsia thief

Has anyone ever had birds eat the buds off a fuchsia plant? I planted a basket full of fuchsia plants and someone has come along and chewed open the buds, rendering them un-bloomable. I've done extensive internet searching without any real answers. I don't know who to blame for the thievery. Although, I now know how to spell fuchsia correctly every time. It's always been a tricky word for me. I wish I could reason with the birds. "I provide seed, suet, and a bath. Will you leave my flowers alone? Thank you. Except you hummingbirds. You're free to sip nectar at your leisure." Where's Dr. Doolittle when I need him?