The right food, given the right way, helps keep our native birds healthy, strong and wild.
Native birds thrive on the foods nature provides.
The wrong food or too much can do more harm than good.
Small amounts, fed infrequently, is key.
Our goal is healthy, wild birds that can care for themselves.
Many people love to feed wild birds, but not all foods are safe or suitable. Birds have specialised diets that provide the right balance of nutrients they need to stay healthy.
Feeding birds the wrong foods can cause malnutrition, disease and dependence. Our aim is to help you make informed choices that support the health and wellbeing of our native birds in the wild.
Offer foods that are compatible with their natural diet. Avoid bread, as it has little to no nutritional value.
Give small amounts as a treat, not a meal replacement.
Feed once per day, maximum. If they are fed daily, feed no more than once a day.
By feeding wisely, we can all play a part in protecting our beautiful native birds and preserving their natural behaviours.
