It's important to clean a bird feeder regularly in order to prevent mold, bacteria, and parasites that can cause the spread of disease among the bird population. "Regular cleaning also keeps the seed ...

Bird feeders can harbor bacteria and diseases if not properly cleaned on a regular basis. Suma Hegde / Getty Images Having a bird feeder in your backyard offers so many benefits—feeders can help birds ...

Bird lovers know feeders need attention, and one method goes a long way toward keeping your setup clean, healthy, and ready ...

Having bird feeders in your yard can give you a firsthand look at the amazing creatures that make our ecosystems function with ease. Backyard birds may look and sound beautiful, but they aren't just ...

Spring is almost here, and if you're excited for your fine feathered friends to visit your home for a meal, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources recommends making sure you clean your ...

Having bird feeders in your yard can give you a firsthand look at the amazing creatures that make our ecosystems function with ease. Backyard birds may look and sound beautiful, but they aren't just ...

Many South Carolina residents enjoy feeding wild birds. Several bird species commonly visit feeders providing an opportunity for residents to enjoy watching them nearby. However, S.C. Department of ...

It is important to thoroughly clean bird feeders and water basins regularly to prevent the spread of bacteria and keep birds healthy. Use hot soapy water to wash feeders or basins and rinse thoroughly ...

Spring wouldn’t be regarded as spring unless you spot a lush flock of greenfinches trilling and twittering in your yard. When March arrives, these olive-green-hued finches jump out of their cup-shaped ...

If homeowners spot sick or dead doves on their property, TPWD recommends discontinuing the use of bird feeders or bird baths until the affected birds are gone from the area. As a general best-practice ...

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is asking residents to clean bird feeders and baths due to an infectious disease spreading across the state. Several doves have tested positive for ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have two bird feeders off of my back deck. They hang from tall poles as a vain attempt to keep the squirrels from eating all of the birdseed! But to refill them, I must take them ...