Many different types of feeders can help to attract and support local birds. Whether you hang suet balls in your trees or have a plastic tube filled with sunflower seeds, having a bird feeder can help to create a wildlife haven right outside your backdoor.
However, without proper care, bird feeders can become a hotspot for pests and disease, putting visiting birds at risk. And, with avian flu on the rise across North America, recognizing the signs of an infected bird feeder is more important than ever before.
