National Wildlife Federation: 5 Gifts Birds are "Tweeting" about this Holiday Season


Shrubs and evergreen trees provide ideal cover as do birdhouses and nesting boxes.
Photo Credit: National Wildlife Federation  

There are many fun and practical gifts you can provide your backyard birds to keep them happy, healthy and coming back every holiday season. See what’s at the top of this year’s wish list for birds.

1. A cozy hangout - Natural nooks and crannies offer our feathered friends protection from harsh weather and predators. Shrubs and evergreen trees are ideal. Leaves and sticks can be piled up in a remote corner of the yard to be used as shelter or as nesting material. A simple birdhouse or nesting box can be hung from your porch, deck or fence. Learn how to choose the right birdhouse.

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Posted by WILDNEWJERSEY at 12/18/2011 11:00 AM
Categories: Birds
Tags: winter holidays birdhouses nesting boxes evergreens
 

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