9 Foods You Should Never Feed to Birds

Bread: Birds may fill up on bread, lacking essential nutrients in their diet.

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Raw Meat: Setting out raw meat as a treat can spoil, attracting unwanted guests.

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Seeds and Nuts Sold for People: Seeds and legumes for humans may contain excessive salt, while birdseed is designed for avian nutritional needs.

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Bacon Fat: High-salt, additive-rich bacon fat spoils easily; opt for high-quality fat from the butcher for suet.

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Potato Chips: Popular snacks lack proper nutrition for birds; reserve them for human consumption.

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Honey: While caloric, honey can grow mold and cause stickiness.

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Red Food Coloring: Harmful dye in hummingbird sugar water is unnecessary and may be detrimental.

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Old Birdseed: Serve fresh seed to prevent exposure to moldy or rancid food.

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Pet Food: Dog and cat food lacks nutritional value for birds and may attract pests.

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