Join John and Brian as they discuss some studies about the pros (and cons) of bird feeding. It really is ok to feed the birds! Listen to this weeks episode to find out why.
Birds Mentioned
Goldfinches
Chickadees
Brown-headed Cowbird
Chipping Sparrow
Downy Woodpecker
Gray Catbird
Finches
Indigo Bunting
Northern Cardinal
Titmice
Nuthatches
Hobby Information
Responsible Bird Feeding
Bird Feeder Cleaning
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Research Studies
Milliken University study: “Effects of bird-feeding activities on the health of wild birds”
Studies on Black-capped Chickadees surviving better with access to bird feeders: “Use of Winter Bird Feeders by Black-Capped Chickadees” and “Winter Survival Rates of a Southern Population of Black-Capped Chickadees”
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