BACKYARD BIRD FEEDER ALERT

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BACKYARD BIRD FEEDER ALERT: I know they’re beautiful, but our native birds are getting sick from our backyard bird feeders. If you noticed huge flocks of little birds or little birds hopping around acting lethargic and not reacting to your presence, you have seen the culprit. They are pine siskins that have migrated from the north, and they are carrying a severe salmonella outbreak.

Pine Siskin Salmonellosis Outbreak, Winter 2020-2021 – The Bird Rescue Center https://birdrescuecenter.org/salmonellosis/

Clean Feeders Less Risky for Birds | Department Of Natural Resources Division https://georgiawildlife.com/out-my-backdoor-clean-feeders-less-risky-birds