Wild Bird
Browse our expert wild bird related advice with everything you need to know about feeding and caring for UK garden birds.
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Where to place bird feeders
Knowing where to place bird feeders can make a big difference for wild native birds. Local birds feel safe when your feeders are in a good location, and you will also be more likely to see a broader range of birds trying out your food. And since your feeders will be out of reach from predators such as cats, the birds may decide to make your garden their regular feeding location.
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How to spot signs of wild bird illness
Since a wild bird can't tell you when it feels sick, we share advice on recognising when a bird is not feeling well, how to spot signs of wild bird illness, what to do if you find a sick bird, and what steps to take to aid its recovery.
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Why it's important to feed wild birds
Besides the delight of seeing and hearing birds in your garden, feeding wild birds also helps boost their population and positively supports their communities. We share some of the benefits and reasons why it's important to feed wild birds and offer suggestions on how you can make their daily lives easier.
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When to clean out bird nest boxes
The best time to clean out bird nesting boxes is when you know there are definitely no birds living inside. To help with this, we have a few tips to ensure you don’t spook potential occupants, and we also offer some helpful advice on how to clean them and prepare them for the next family that arrives in spring.
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Where should nesting boxes be placed?
Most people already have an idea of where they want to place nesting boxes in their garden before buying them. However, there are a few things to consider before deciding where to put them. And this leads to the question – “Where should nesting boxes be placed?”. Thankfully, we have a few helpful tips that explain where it is best to place your nesting boxes so your regular visitors have an area in your garden to call home.
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What not to feed wild birds
If you love watching birds fluttering about with excitement in your garden or at the park when there’s food on offer, chances are that you will have given them some of your leftovers at some point. And while some foods from our kitchen are fine to offer to birds, many of these foods cause them more harm than good. So here, we look at what not to feed wild birds and suggest what you can give them instead!
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How to choose wild bird food
Bird food mixtures are the most popular food to offer wild birds, but there are many types of bird food and not all of them will appeal to all the birds that visit your garden. Understanding how to choose wild bird food for your local birds will ensure they’re getting the most nutritious food available and can help encourage even more species to feast at your feeders.
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How to feed robins in the garden
Robins are a beautiful UK native bird and when they glide into view, their appearance pleases everyone. They are a cute sight in any garden, coming close to humans while they scout for something to eat. What exactly are they looking for and what should you be feeding robins?
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Nesting Boxes: choosing the right nesting box
Choosing the right nesting box for the wild birds is important for the birds. It also gives you more insight into the species you can expect to see visiting your garden. For instance, most wild birds use nesting boxes for raising their young, but did you know some bird species will live in a nest box all year round? We also advise on where to place nesting boxes, what birds a nesting box attracts and the ideal sizes for certain species.
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Wild bird feeders: what feeders to choose
Choosing the right bird feeder for your garden can be tricky and we’re here to help you decide on what’s best for your feathered visitors. Bird feeders are a convenient way to feed wild birds and this post explains their benefits to help you understand what feeders are ideal for you. After all, feeding wild birds is great for their habitat and is fun for you and all the family.
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