Thursday, July, 20th, 2017 Resource Library Winter
It is important to resist the urge to feed deer in the winter. Providing supplemental food for deer is not in their best interest, as their activity, movement, and feeding naturally decrease in the winter. Deer utilize their body fat and browse on natural available vegetation. Changes in diet caused by the introduction of rich, Read More
Thursday, July, 20th, 2017 Fall Resource Library Spring Summer Winter
Windows Can Be Deadly For Birds Ornithologists estimate that up to 100 million birds are killed each year by collisions with windows. These collisions usually involve small songbirds, such as finches, that may fall unnoticed to the ground. Sometimes the birds are merely stunned and recover in a few moments. Often, though, window hits lead Read More
Thursday, July, 20th, 2017 Fall Resource Library Spring Summer Winter
Should I feed birds year-round? Feeding birds year-round is not necessary. Bird feeding is most helpful at times of when birds need the most energy, such as during temperature extremes, migration, and in late winter or early spring, when natural seed sources are depleted. Most birds don’t need your help in the summer. When they Read More
Thursday, July, 20th, 2017 Resource Library Winter
The Tufts Wildlife Clinic encourages the public to take an interest in and appreciate wildlife. However, feeding wildlife can result in injury and disease for the animal. While offering food to wildlife may seem like a kind action, please proceed with caution for the following reasons: “People” food isn’t good for animals. Human foods aren’t Read More
