But many people are discouraged from feeding birds by fears of squirrels — or raccoons, rats or mice — eating the food intended only for the ones with wings. You don’t need to be.

Attracting birds is fun and educational. There’s no easier way to become more aware of the diversity of birds that surrounds us than to put out a backyard feeder and simply glance at it from ...

Some come with built-in cameras, letting bird watchers observe birds up close. Models like the DesGully Solar Bird Feeder combine a feeding station with a solar lantern for added charm.

The feathered friends around your home can be picky eaters, so be sure to provide them with their favorite meals.

Montanans' avid interest in watching wild animals can, for some folks, make the temptation to feed them nearly irresistible. While feeding birds, squirrels, and even raccoons is legal, feeding big ...

Why you shouldn't feed wild animals (except maybe birds) Many people draw wildlife into their backyards by putting out birdseed, saltlicks, and other food sources, but experts say doing so can ...

The chirping and presence of birds can be so delightful, so let’s explore the food that will attract a variety of birds to your yard. ... Here are some tips for attracting and feeding wild birds.

Best plants for attracting and feeding birds to your yard in fall and winter. Asters, coneflowers, and sedum are great perennials that will produce flowers in the summer, followed by seed heads in ...

Artificial scents may be used to attract game animals (except black bears) and game birds. ... recreational feeding of birds unless, after having received a previous warning from FWP, ...

Brian Wilkins, 76, received a Community Protection Order last year after local councillors complained that his feeding the birds was attracting vermin in areas of Hartlepool, Co. Durham.