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It's OK to feed wild birds – here are some tips for doing it the right way

  • Written by Julian Avery, Assistant Research Professor of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, Pennsylvania State University
It's OK to feed wild birds – here are some tips for doing it the right wayCosta's Hummingbirds are frequent visitors at feeders in Arizona and southern California.Julian Avery, CC BY-ND

Millions of Americans enjoy feeding and watching backyard birds. Many people make a point of putting food out in winter, when birds needs extra energy, and spring, when many species build nests and raise young.

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