Impact of Feeding Wild Birds

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Why is feeding wild birds with human food not recommended?

Human food lacks the necessary nutrients wild birds need. (correct)

Feeding wild birds human food may attract predators.

Human food disrupts the birds' natural migration patterns.

Birds prefer natural food over human-provided food.

What negative impact can artificial feeding sites have on wild birds?

Encouragement for birds to migrate south.

Increased water supply in the area.

Improved health and strength of the birds.

Exposure to diseases and poor nutrition. (correct)

How do natural food locations differ from artificial feeding sites for birds?

Birds face more competition at natural food locations.

Natural food locations are less abundant than artificial feeding sites.

Birds can eat in relative seclusion at natural food locations. (correct)

Artificial feeding sites provide a wider variety of nutrient-rich foods.

What is a consequence of birds lingering at artificial feeding sites instead of following their natural migration paths?

Disruption of normal migration patterns. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of providing nest boxes and birdbaths in your backyard?

Attracting more birds to your property Signup and view all the answers

Why is it healthier for birds to get their food from a feeding station rather than off the ground?

To prevent the spread of diseases from contaminated ground Signup and view all the answers

What factor determines the actions needed to attract and retain a particular bird species in your backyard?

The location and time of year Signup and view all the answers

Why is bird watching described as one of the fastest growing outdoor activities in the country?

It offers a peaceful way to connect with nature Signup and view all the answers

What can you do to attract more birds to your property?

Place bird feeders and nest boxes in your backyard Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to have a feeding station for birds instead of them getting food off the ground?

Ground food may not be as healthy for birds Signup and view all the answers

What makes bird watching a popular outdoor activity according to the text?

The enjoyment of watching birds Signup and view all the answers

What should you consider to attract and retain a particular bird species in your backyard?

Where you live and the time of year Signup and view all the answers

Impact of Feeding Wild Birds

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Why is feeding wild birds with human food not recommended?

What negative impact can artificial feeding sites have on wild birds?

How do natural food locations differ from artificial feeding sites for birds?

What is a consequence of birds lingering at artificial feeding sites instead of following their natural migration paths?

What is a key benefit of providing nest boxes and birdbaths in your backyard?

Why is it healthier for birds to get their food from a feeding station rather than off the ground?

What factor determines the actions needed to attract and retain a particular bird species in your backyard?

Why is bird watching described as one of the fastest growing outdoor activities in the country?

What can you do to attract more birds to your property?

Why is it recommended to have a feeding station for birds instead of them getting food off the ground?

What makes bird watching a popular outdoor activity according to the text?

What should you consider to attract and retain a particular bird species in your backyard?

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