Seeds, grains and nuts: Top tips for feeding birds

Ornithologists say open bird feeders should ideally be cleaned every day. Bird feeders should also not stay wet, as this can only lead pathogens to spread. — dpa

Feeding birds is more than just scattering some breadcrumbs on the windowsill.

A clean feeding table or station is essential, says Germany’s Ministry of the Environment and Nature Conservation. The food also shouldn’t get wet, as this can cause diseases to spread.