Wild bird nutrition & care

A guide to attracting wild birds to New Zealand gardens: what to feed and how to identify common garden bird species.

The lean, green Energy-Food-consuming machine is an abundant visitor to autumn and winter gardens. What do you know about them?

The feed you choose for your backyard feeder station can depend on the kinds of birds you want to attract, or the visitors you already have appearing in your garden. Read on to find out what’s best for your nest.

For birds, with their small bodies and active daily lives, consistent hydration is vital. What’s more, the need extends far beyond the hottest days of summer.

Given all the enjoyment we receive from observing gardens, it’s our responsibility to keep bird feeders safe and sanitary. Here’s how to properly clean a bird feeder.