One sound that may unfortunately be familiar to anyone with bird feeders in their gardens is the thud of a bird flying into their windows.
This is something that can do real harm to birds – so what steps can you take to prevent it?
Why it happens
Birds are not stupid, but they cannot recognise the solidity of glass. They see reflections and think that they are physical objects. Thus, when they hit your window, they may be trying to reach the feeders or escape from a predator. What can you do to help them avoid this?
Put feeders somewhere different
One of the most proactive steps you can take is to move the feeders so they are not reflected in any windows. Just make sure they are in a spot where you can still enjoy watching the birds from your rattan garden furniture.
Stick alerts on your windows
You can buy decorative alerts that stick onto windows. They are nearly invisible to us, but the ultraviolet light they reflect provides a flashing warning for birds. This should keep them well away from windows.
Use window bird feeders
This might seem odd under the circumstances, but window feeders actually help to prevent birds from hitting the windows. They can tell that these feeders are solid and will be able to land and perch safely on them before they reach the actual window.
There are plenty of measures you can take to stop birds from injuring themselves by hitting your windows, so why not get started with these simple tips?
