but one drawback can be that spilled bird seed begins to grow and create a blanket of weeds below your feeder. To combat this, many companies now supply seed mixes labelled as ‘no grow’ or ‘no mess’. ...

Dollar Tree's bird feeder collection isn't very substantial. However, if you're imaginative, the collection is larger than you think. YouTuber @goodvibeswithjen discovered that an unexpected item ...

Is it safe to keep bird feeders up? Songbirds and other common backyard birds are unlikely to carry viruses that are dangerous to poultry or humans, according to the Centers for Disease Control ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have two bird feeders off of my back deck. They hang from tall poles as a vain attempt to keep the squirrels from eating all of the birdseed! But to refill them, I must take them ...

The RSPB website currently states: “As a precautionary measure, whilst we await the findings of the review, we have suspended all our bird tables and related products, Table mix and Table mix extra, ...

or keep birds, but don't clean them regularly. Feeders, bird baths and backyard poultry enclosures can be sources of salmonella and bird flu (avian influenza), public health experts said.

“Having bird feeders up is perfectly fine.” “Avian flu is all over the place,” she said. “You still want to clean your bird feeders. Typically, you want to clean your bird feeders at lea ...

Gardeners have been urged to ensure their bird feeders are cleaned, regularly topped up, and include the correct food items ahead of a horror storm. Storm Éowyn is set to strike within the next ...

You may not know the difference between a bunting and a bobolink yet, but you do know when something has swung by your bird feeder just from the carnage left behind: the drained seed bin ...

Consult local bylaws before setting up any feeders. Most municipalities permit feeding hummingbirds and other birds on private property but may stipulate that feeders be kept clean and inaccessible to ...

Moldy birdseed and unclean bird feeders can make birds sick. Homeowners who enjoy feeding birds can take steps now to help birds stay healthy, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural ...