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Cats and backyard birds

Keep cats indoors.

4 min read

Outdoor cats are one of the biggest threats to backyard birds.

Ways to help

  • Keep pet cats indoors, or use a secure outdoor enclosure
  • Place feeders away from cover where cats can hide
  • Raise birdbaths off the ground
  • Talk kindly with neighbors about the issue

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