[deleted] t1_iu4f8ur wrote on October 28, 2022 at 1:59 PM

Another tip. PLEASE DO NOT FEED THE BIRDS. It will attract rodents. Put up some birdhouses and a birdbath if you want to help them. NO FOOD.

LowkeyPony t1_iu4mpd6 wrote on October 28, 2022 at 2:51 PM

My neighbor has bird feeders up, and our homes are close together. Between the chipmunks, squirrels, and mice I make sure to go and drive each of our vehicles frequently. While my family has hens, their food is stored in metal cans, and I don't over feed so there's not food just laying around. Plus the hens have devoured several mice over the last few weeks. Chickens can be terrifying little things

[deleted] t1_iu4nftl wrote on October 28, 2022 at 2:56 PM

I have the same neighbors, lol. Check under the hood of your car and trunk for rodents nesting.

Check your auto insurance deductible, comprehensive.

Santhu1414Ind OP t1_iu4g4pf wrote on October 28, 2022 at 2:06 PM

Thanks. My wife was doing this recently

[deleted] t1_iu4gzct wrote on October 28, 2022 at 2:12 PM

I made that mistake too. I have checked with the Wildlife Organizations. They don't need us to feed them. A clean bird bath and some Audubon Society approved birdhouses, add metal guards (1 1/2 inch) to the entrance to prevent squirrels from getting in, should provide plenty of entertainment. They use them year-round. Especially the common sparrows.