Gardeners could be harming birds in their garden - 'must act now' As a gardener, you might be unknowingly harming the very creatures you’re trying to help, especially when it comes to your bird baths and feeders.
However, if not cleaned regularly, they can become breeding grounds for harmful bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli, which can make birds seriously ill. Landscape gardener and TV presenter Diarmuid Gavin advises using the holiday period to prepare your garden for the busy spring ahead.
Bird baths and feeders are vital for birds during the colder months when natural sources of food and water are scarce.
Birds need clean, fresh water to drink and bathe in, especially during winter when natural water sources might be frozen.
By cleaning your bird baths and feeders, you’re reducing the risk of spreading disease, which can affect not only one bird but an entire flock.
