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Peanuts as Bird Food Peanuts as bird food. First of all, bird peanuts are not really nuts at all. A cool (or not so cool) piece of trivia!  They are in fact a legume, which is part of the bean family! The great thing about bird nuts is that they are a rich source of protein, containing plenty of healthy oils and valuable nutrition. The key nutritional components of peanuts for birds include: Vitamin A Vitamin E Iron Zinc Phosphorus Potassium Fat Economy Grade Peanuts …

Bird watching in spring Bird watching in Spring. Whether you are out and about this spring on a lovely walk, or simply enjoying the birds in your garden, it’s always handy to have the right equipment. From bird seeds and nest boxes to binoculars and bird watching apps. At Kennedy, we have all the advice you need to spring straight into birdwatching this year! Outdoor spring bird watching equipment tips With the evenings becoming a little lighter and the weather becoming a little warmer, Spring b …

Spring bird watching Spring bird watching. When March rolls around, it’s safe to say that Spring is on its way, what with the air getting warmer and the evenings getting lighter. You will also know that as a birdwatcher, your wild garden birds will have been preparing for some time now, chirping in the trees and preparing their nests. But just because winter is coming to a close and the worst of the weather is behind us, it doesn’t mean you should stop giving them a helping hand. Research has a …

Bird tracking Bird tracking. Scientists have found, through the use of tiny tags to track their movements, that common garden birds such as blue tits and great tits scour for food in the mornings in order to avoid predators. This kind of tracking is essential, as it allows us to monitor how birds forage for their food. But what exactly is it? What is bird tracking? For well over a century now, scientists have been tracking birds to study conservation and the ways they migrate. One of the main go …

What is national nest box week? National Nest Box Week is an annual event that has been running for 20 years now. It is an integral part of the ornithological calendar. The aim of National Nest Box Week is to encourage the British population to put up nest boxes, as this will help breeding birds. This will, in turn, help promote the diversity and conservation of our wildlife and ensure our feathered friends don’t disappear. When is national nest box week? Valentine's Day is the befitting start o …

When it comes to choosing your wild bird food, you’ll quickly discover there are plenty of options. This article will help you understand what type of wild bird seed your garden birds will enjoy, and what will keep them returning back for more! Choosing your bird food What type of bird food you offer to your garden birds can be affected by factors such as the climate and the seasons. For instance, during the breeding season, when birds need to feed the young chicks, foods high in protein such as …

Make your own bird bottle feeder Make your own bird bottle feeder. As you know, this weekend the RSPB is asking children and adults across the nation to take part in their Big Garden Birdwatch 2022. It’s the world’s largest wildlife survey and Sainsbury’s have created a guide to help you get involved. Why you should make your own? The fun activity shows you how to build a bottle bird feeder to encourage more birds into your garden. It’s an easy project and a great way to provide much-needed food …

Big garden bird watch The Big Garden Bird watch is the biggest bird survey in the world. In 2016, over 500,000 people participated, counting over 8 million birds in the process. What began as a children's activity in 1979 has grown and grown into the event we have today. It has meant the RSPB now have a snapshot of what our nation's bird climate is like, from 40 years of data recorded by you! When is the Big Garden Birdwatch 2017? This year the Big Garden Birdwatch takes place on the 28-30th of …

The biggest birding events of 2017 The biggest birding events 2017. With the lack of clear information online about Britain's biggest birding events. Kennedy Wild Bird Food have decided to list some of the more notable ones, so you won’t miss out on exploring the hobby you love. Here are our top 3: British Bird Fair - Egleton, Rutland  (19th - 21st August) Let’s start with the biggest international birding event of the year. With 25,000 visitors each year, and packed full of exhibitors and speci …

How To Make Lard Cakes For Your Birds Make your own lard cakes. Birds love fat balls and lard cakes this time of year. It’s the perfect treat to provide them with energy and warmth. Best of all, they don’t always have to be bought. If you have a spare 10 minutes, you can use all sorts of kitchen scraps such as porridge oats, grated cheese and peanuts. Just mix it up with some suet or lard and leave in the fridge for a couple of hours”. However, if you can't find the time, we are at hand with o …