5 Backyard Birds You DON'T WANT at Your Bird Feeder
Are you tired of having unwanted visitors at your bird feeder? Sometimes it can be challenging to keep certain birds away from your seeds while still enjoying the company of the birds you do want to see.
Today we will introduce you to the five most common garden birds that you definitely do NOT want in your feeder.
Learning to identify these birds and their behaviors can go a long way in keeping them away from your feeder.
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Additionally, there are some steps you can take to discourage these birds from visiting your feeder, such as adjusting the type of food you offer or placing physical barriers to prevent "troublemakers" from accessing the feeder.
Get ready to meet some of the "troublemakers" of the bird world, and you'll find out how to keep them away from your delicious bird food.
Why These Birds May Do More Harm Than Good in Your Garden
Common Grackle
They tend to be opportunistic and sometimes aggressive behavior. They are known to raid bird feeders and eat eggs and young of other bird species.
They can also damage crops and gardens, and their droppings can be unsightly and corrosive to certain surfaces.
Additionally, they are known to be loud and sometimes obnoxious with their calls and behaviors, which can be a nuisance to some people.
European Starling
They're known because of their invasive nature and competitive behavior.
They were introduced to North America in the late 1800s and have since become one of the most abundant bird species on the continent, often out-competing native bird species for nesting sites and food resources.
They can also be a nuisance to farmers as they consume crops such as cherries, grapes, and blueberries.
Cooper's Hawk
These predators feed on other birds, including those that people may want to attract to their gardens.
They are known to prey on songbirds and doves, and may also occasionally take small mammals such as squirrels.
Some people may also fear for the safety of their own pets, such as small dogs and cats, when Cooper's Hawks are present in the area.
Brown-headed Cowbirds
They are brood parasites, which means they lay their eggs in the nests of other bird species, who then raise the cowbird chick as their own.
This can be harmful to the host bird's reproductive success, as the cowbird chick may outcompete the host bird's own offspring for resources such as food and attention.
Additionally, Brown-headed Cowbirds may be carriers of certain diseases that can be harmful to other bird species.
House Sparrow
House Sparrows are considered "bad" birds by some people because they can be aggressive toward other bird species, including native birds, and may outcompete them for food and nesting sites.
They are also known to damage crops and can be a nuisance to homeowners as they build nests in buildings and other structures.
Additionally, their droppings can be unsightly and corrosive to certain surfaces, and they may carry certain diseases that can be harmful to other birds and humans.
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