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Help Backyard Birds Thrive This Winter
Winter in Ottawa can be tough on backyard birds. Even as the days slowly grow longer, cold temperatures and limited natural food mean birds must work hard to stay warm and find enough to eat. It’s also a wonderful time to observe their behaviours — from fluffing their feathers for insulation to tucking one leg in for warmth.
You can make a real difference by adjusting your feeding setup for the season. Here are a few simple ways to support the birds:
- Offer high-energy foods. Birds need extra calories in winter. Choose oil-rich seed blends, suet, winter seed blends, bark butter, or peanuts.
- Place feeders out of the wind. The east or southeast side of your home, or near a line of trees, provides helpful shelter.
- Keep feeders near protective cover. Birds prefer nearby shrubs or trees so they can quickly escape predators while still having a clear view.
- Provide safe roosting spots. Roosting boxes or dense natural plant cover help birds conserve warmth overnight.
- Keep fresh water available. An open water source is critical in winter. Heated bird baths or deicers make this easy.
A few small seasonal adjustments can make a big difference. Fill your feeders, settle in with a warm drink, and enjoy the lively winter activity in your backyard.