RSPB Advises UK Households to Pause Seed Feeding for Birds from May to October Monday, May 4, 2026 rspb birds feeding disease hygiene seed summer autumn birdfeeders conservation The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) has issued new guidance asking UK households to stop leaving seed out for wild birds between May 1 and October 31. During the warmer months of summer and autumn, the risk … Read More
BBC Winterwatch's Chris Packham Urges Rethink on Feeding Garden Birds to Prevent Disease Sunday, January 18, 2026 birds feeding disease wildlife chrispackham winterwatch uk nature conservation birdwatching Renowned naturalist Chris Packham has raised concerns about the practice of feeding wild birds in UK gardens, citing risks of disease spread through saliva among bird populations. Despite the nation’s £350 million yearly … Read More
RSPB Encourages Gardeners to Feed Birds Roast Potatoes This January Saturday, January 10, 2026 rspb birds winter gardening feeders roastpotatoes wildlife conservation uk wintercare As freezing temperatures sweep across the UK this January, the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) is urging gardeners to provide extra food for their feathered visitors—particularly roast potatoes. With severe … Read More