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Kezia Reynolds

Wildlife experts are urging gardeners to add a potato to their bird feeders this spring

Greenfinches on Birdfeeder.

Nesting season has kicked off for birds in the UK, and as our feathered friends set up shop for the summer, wildlife charities are urging gardeners to leave potatoes on their bird feeders.

We all want to know how to attract birds to our garden. They eat pests such as slugs, and their birdsong is a welcome addition to any morning. The easiest way to attract them is by feeding them the best food - especially considering bird populations are declining in the UK.

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