🌞🐦 Calling all garden lovers! Want to aid our feathered friends during these warmer months? Our beloved robins, often associated with winter, actually need a bit of help all year round—especially in summer. Here’s how you can make a difference!
When the heat strikes, robins face a tough time finding their favourite meal, earthworms, as these creatures burrow deeper into the soil to stay cool. This can leave our dear robins hungry and at risk of heatstroke. But no worries, you can lend a hand by simply putting out some tasty treats for them.
What’s on the menu? Robins love a mix of bird seed, sunflower hearts, and mealworms. These provide the protein-packed nutrition they need to thrive. Mealworms are a top pick, and soaking the dried ones in water is a great way to keep the birds hydrated while they munch away. 🐛💧
If you’re looking for a free and easy alternative, opt for soft fruits such as apples, pears, bananas, or raisins. Just be sure to cut them into small pieces and soak them in water to soften them. Remember, robins have narrow beaks and prefer softer foods.
Avoid offering bread, as it provides no nutritional value and can be a choking hazard for chicks. Also, skip the suet lard balls in the summer, as they can melt and spread disease.
By adopting these considerate feeding practices, you can make a real difference in helping robins navigate the challenges of summer.
Let’s spread the love and support our beautiful British robins! Share this post with your gardening friends so we can all do our part. 🌻🦜💚
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