Anyone with a garden will know that the best way to attract birds to it is to put up feeders. What they may not understand though is just how beneficial birds can be.
This blog will outline some of the key reasons why attracting birds to your garden brings huge positives.
They are soothing
The melodic twittering of birds is one of the most soothing sounds in the world. If you have had a stressful day, there will be nothing more calming than kicking back on your Outback reclining chairs and listening to the birds. This makes them a valuable aid to good mental health.
They provide pest control
Pests like bugs and slugs can do enormous damage to your garden. They will ruin plants by chewing through the leaves – and even getting to the roots of them. Birds, however, can help you with this problem, as they provide a natural form of pest control. Slugs are central to the diet of many garden birds, so if they come to your garden, they will search them out and eat them.
They teach children
Providing food and water for birds is a great way to teach children about nature. They will learn the importance of nurturing and conservation, while also spending more free time outdoors. You can even teach your children to spot the different kinds of birds. At a time when little ones are often addicted to electronic devices, this is a healthier alternative.
Now you have some idea of why attracting birds to your garden is so beneficial.
