Over the past few days we have witnessed some of the strangest sub zero weather for 60+ years. With weather reaching as low as -22oC, birds and wildlife are coming under huge threat. Severe weather warnings over the next week could mean that this threat could deepen. Dr Mark Avery is quoted by the BBC of saying that this current bad weather ‘Could be the single greatest wildlife killer of the new millennium’ There are a number of ways of helping your birds and wildlife:
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- Make sure feeders and feeding stations are well stocked with a range of fresh feed. Good time to get rid of old currants and sultanas as well as old biscuits. Feed regularly through cold snap.
- Defrost bird baths and water butts so they can drink.
- Put up habitats to allow birds and animals to get shelter. Bird boxes, hedge hog homes, owl boxes etc.
- Cover all pet cages from worst of weather and make warm covered exercise runs.
- Leave garage or shed door open so wrens can pop in and eat insects.
- Etc....
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