Feeding birds is a popular way to watch wildlife during the winter months. But many bird experts say the experience is often more pleasant for people than for birds. And it might even put wild birds at risk. “Feeding birds is not necessary for their survival except in extreme weather conditions,” said Stephen Kress. He is with the National Audubon Society, an organization whose aim is to protect wildlife. “Feeders can definitely help them get through that kind of weather.” Most birds eat insects and show little interest in bird feeders. For those birds, Kress suggests growing native plants in a natural environment. In addition, birds who do eat seed “will be more likely to come to feeders if there is some cover nearby.” This lets them feed and then fly to protective areas, such as in trees.
Title: When Feeding Birds, Think Safety and Health
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even put wild birds at risk.</span> <span data-start-time='21125' data-end-time='30917'>“Feeding birds is not necessary for their survival except in extreme weather conditions,” said Stephen Kress.</span> <span data-start-time='30917' data-end-time='39229'>He is with the National Audubon Society, an organization whose aim is to protect wildlife.</span> <span data-start-time='39229' data-end-time='44792'>“Feeders can definitely help them get through that kind of weather.”</span> <span data-start-time='44792' data-end-time='51333'>Most birds eat insects and show little interest in bird feeders.</span> <span data-start-time='51333' data-end-time='58813'>For those birds, Kress suggests growing native plants in a natural environment.</span> <span data-start-time='58813' data-end-time='69313'>In addition, birds who do eat seed “will be more likely to come to feeders if there is some cover nearby.”</span> <span data-start-time='69313' data-end-time='77250'>This lets them feed and then fly to 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