Feeding Garden Birds Safely: Guidance from the Wildlife Trust

Many of us take great pleasure in welcoming wildlife, especially birds, into our gardens, and feeding the birds that visit is a great way to support local nature. However, the Wildlife Trust has published updated research and guidance on how to feed garden birds safely, and it is worth taking a moment to familiarise yourself with the latest advice.

While our intentions are always good, it turns out that some common feeding practices may not always be in the best interests of the birds we are trying to help. Factors such as the type of food offered, the cleanliness of feeders, and the positioning of feeding stations can all have a significant impact on the health and well-being of garden birds.

The North Wales Wildlife Trust has published a helpful article outlining best practice for feeding garden birds safely and responsibly. The guidance covers a range of topics designed to ensure that the food and environment that we humans offer them, benefits our feathered visitors and avoids inadvertently causing harm.

You can read the full article by visiting the North Wales Wildlife Trust website at: https://www.northwaleswildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/thewildlifetrusts/feeding-garden-birds-safely

Whether you are an experienced bird enthusiast or someone who simply enjoys putting out a handful of seeds from time to time, this guidance is relevant to everyone, challenging common practices that we may think are helpful but can cause disease in bird populations. It debunks several myths. A few simple steps can make a real difference to the birds that visit our gardens, particularly during the colder months. We hope you find the information useful.