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Megan Milstead

A vet reveals what not to feed wild birds (some of these will surprise you!)

Bird sitting on someone's hand with seeds in it.

If you want to attract more flying friends into your garden, you need to know what not to feed wild birds. It's a common misconception that you can give them food like bread or chips, but it turns out that you should avoid doing this for many reasons (which we'll get into later).

Instead, you should opt for the best bird food which is healthier, safer, and contains the nutrients they need. Or, if you fancy making them a DIY treat, you could learn how to make bird suet — our two-ingredient recipe is easy to follow and super affordable.

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