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Index of Subjects Thanks for this heads-up Mary. I really appreciate your warning. I did not realize how lethal this problem could be. Certainly there are less birds coming to my feeders (on Wolfville Ridge) this winter and the seeded-suet blocks are not being favoured by our feathered visitors, and I have been wondering why. A birding friend who lives up the street from me says much the same for his feeding station. It is so unusual. Maybe the milder winter had something to do with it but suet blocks have always been a drawing card. Very disquieting. Take care. Judy >>>>>>>>> Judy Tufts Wolfville NS <<<<<<<<< -----Original Message----- From: naturens-owner@chebucto.ns.ca [mailto:naturens-owner@chebucto.ns.ca] On Behalf Of Mary Macaulay Sent: April-06-16 11:09 AM To: Nova Scotia Nature Subject: [NatureNS] starlings - bird feed seed treatment I have also noticed a precipitous drop in starlings. Not only do they need insects in the spring to feed their young but they're also very dependent on backyard feeders. Bird seed is not safe for birds anymore unless certified to be so. The component seeds are mostly grown using neinicotinoid seed treatments. Here's a link to the American Bird Conservancy's warning https://abcbirds.org/article/conservation-group-seeks-assurance-that-wild-bi rd-seed-products-are-pesticide-free/ With kindest regards Mary (Macaulay), P.Eng. Queen Bee, Insect Recovery Project Owner, Remember Adventures Pedal Buggy & snowshoe rentals, picnics, great bird friendly coffee, breakfast & pasta, pollinator meadow, games & more!! (Open Wed to Sunday: 8:30 am) 365 Main Street & Station Road Trans-Canada Trail Tatamagouche RememberAdventures.ca & InsectRecovery.org 1-902-657-0054 Twitter @RememberTata & @InsectRecovery
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