It adds: "In the same vein it is wise to avoid throwing food for birds on the floor as this attracts pests. Seed trays at the ...

It follows reports of rats eating at feeding stations in broad daylight. Rangers said the feeders ... of birds or squirrels in the woods. "Putting out small quantities is fine to attract the ...

Bird baths and feeders ... avoid attracting pests into your garden, such as rats or infestations of pigeons." To maintain the right balance, the RSPB urges people to leave enough food out for ...