The RHS has asked people to support birds over the winter.It is
currently particularly important for homeowners to support birds
in their gardens, as they can struggle during the winter. This
is according to the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), which
recommends providing the animals with water in a bird bath or
other shallow container. If it frosts over, people should de-ice
it so birds can continue to access the water, which they need
throughout the year for bathing and drinking. A pond heater can
be used to melt ice in ponds, which will support the health of
fish by allowing gases to enter and exit the water, while
providing a source of liquid for wildlife, the RHS suggests.
Solar powered bird baths, which are often resistant to both
frost and UV lighting, can supply birds with water throughout
the year. Foodstuffs with a high fat content should also be
provided to the animals during the winter months, the RHS
claims. Posted by Lee Paul