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Gardening tips: Winter is tough – help the birds
27.12.2023 20:50
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:21
If you love nature and want to help it, then you can help the birds survive the tough winter days.
If you have a garden, then it can be a perfect place to feed, protect, and help different birds.
Here are a few things you can do.
Provide food
Put out bird feeders with seeds, nuts, or suet to give birds a reliable food source.
Different birds prefer different types of food, so consider offering a variety to attract various species.
Offer water
Birds need water to drink and bathe, even in winter.
Place a shallow dish or bird bath in your garden and make sure to keep it unfrozen by changing the water frequently or using a heated bird bath.
Create shelter
Provide shelter for birds by putting up birdhouses or leaving dense shrubs and trees intact.
These structures offer protection from the cold and wind, allowing birds to roost and stay warm.
Leave seed-bearing plants
Leave some dried seed heads on flowers and plants in your garden.
These can serve as a natural food source for birds during the winter months.
Avoid using pesticides
Minimize the use of pesticides and herbicides in your garden as they can be harmful to birds and their food sources.
Opt for natural pest control methods whenever possible.
Provide nesting materials
Leave out materials like twigs, leaves, and grass clippings for birds to use in building their nests.
These materials can be valuable for birds preparing for the breeding season.
Keep cats indoors
If you have a pet cat, keep it indoors during winter.
Cats are natural predators and can pose a threat to birds, especially when they are searching for food and shelter in your garden.
Observe from a distance
Enjoy watching the birds in your garden from a distance, as they may get scared and fly away if you get too close.
Use binoculars or find a comfortable spot where you can quietly observe their activities without causing them stress.
Previously, we talked about growing crassula.
