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Published 21st October 2022

Best way to keep Squirrels off bird feeders

Rely upon hanging bird feeders only as its the only way possible to hang any feeder below a squirrel baffle dome to stop descending squirrels.

Published 20th October 2022

Should you remove old nests from bird houses

Fail to remove old nesting material out of a bird house can delay or stop use again by breeding birds in the same season, or when birds use it to roost.

Published 18th October 2022

Are Hummingbird feeders safe

Stay on top of cleaning out the feeder on a regular basis, whilst changing out what can be bacteria riddled nectar even more regularly, to keep it healthy.

Published 17th October 2022

What to do with bird bath in winter

Birds will need to hydrate or preen in winter just as they do in summer, thus its vital to continue to operate a bird bath which is open all year.

Published 16th October 2022

How to keep Hummingbird feeder warm in winter

Hummingbird feeders can really only be kept warm with winter sun, you can then think about using a hot water bottle to finish off the day.

Published 13th October 2022

Should birdhouses have a perch

Birdhouses featuring a perch is one of many issues involving a problematic box; if the birdhouse has a perch present, remove it, as it gives predators a foothold.

Published 12th October 2022

Best way to feed Mealworms to birds

I must say to pop mealworms into a heavy ceramic plate or shallow dish where it is clearly visible to visiting birds would be your best option.

Published 12th October 2022

Are concrete bird baths safe

Concrete bird baths will provide a natural rugged surface not made into other materials, with the heaviness of the concrete offering a stable platform.

Published 11th October 2022

Are glass Hummingbird feeders better than plastic

Glass Hummingbird feeders can lead to better maintenance, while the glass with metal body will go unchanged in shape or color for many years.

Published 10th October 2022

How to hang Apples for birds

Apples can be inserted into an apple feeder or wedges inserted into a fat ball feeder; or the core can be removed to hang an apple with rope.