But the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) said that birdfeeding isn’t as straightforwardly good for all species as you might hope. Why might bird feeders hurt some bird species? Greenfinch populations are shrinking for many reasons, but one of the biggest ones is trichomonosis, a disease that spreads easily from bird to bird at feeders. The spokesperson also shared that the researchers looked at whether feeding might increase competition for some birds. By making small changes together, we can ensure garden feeding continues to be a positive force for nature.”How can I make bird feeding safer?

Source: Huffington Post April 10, 2026 08:18 UTC