Concerned about the cleanliness of your yard's bird box? With the right strategy, you can safely clean it anytime of year -- ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Regular cleaning prevents mold, bacteria, and parasites that can harm birds. Vinegar is a safe, natural disinfectant for deep ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. jgorzynik / Getty Images Filling bird feeders with seed and refilling them when they're empty isn't enough to keep backyard birds ...

Bird feeders can be a tranquil and welcoming environment for birds—unless they’re not properly cared for. According to Colorado Parks & Wildlife, bird feeders spread diseases like salmonellosis, ...

Birds get sick as a normal part of the living process. When they get sick and die out of sight, we can remain blissfully oblivious to this reality. But when a sick bird huddles on a bird feeder and ...

Spring is almost here, and if you're excited for your fine feathered friends to visit your home for a meal, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources recommends making sure you clean your ...

Q: I recently had a flagstone patio installed in my backyard. I love the patio, but I also love having my bird feeder, so the flagstones are covered with bird poop. I routinely take down the feeder at ...

Filling bird feeders with seed and refilling them when they're empty isn't enough to keep backyard birds safe and nourished. Cleaning the feeders regularly prevents them from collecting mold and ...

It's important to clean a bird feeder regularly in order to prevent mold, bacteria, and parasites that can cause the spread of disease among the bird population. "Regular cleaning also keeps the seed ...