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Too many birdfeeders for my wren?

jarasanew · 2018-11-26 11:42:51

Hi. Over the years, I frequently spot a wren in my back garden in Dublin city. I put out birdfeed in a tree hanging feeder and see many bluetits, finches etc. I have put up a second and it is great to see many new birds coming to my garden to feed. (The wren does not feed from my feeder) My question is: am I in danger of…

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26-11-2018 12:42pm

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jarasanew

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Hi. Over the years, I frequently spot a wren in my back garden in Dublin city. I put out birdfeed in a tree hanging feeder and see many bluetits, finches etc. I have put up a second and it is great to see many new birds coming to my garden to feed. (The wren does not feed from my feeder) My question is: am I in danger of scaring away the little wren by the introduction of many more birds to my garden?
Advice appreciated.

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#2 26-11-2018 1:03pm
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Not at all. Firstly, wrens don't really use bird feeding stations and are primarily insect eaters. Other birds in the area will not bother them at all.

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#3 26-11-2018 1:06pm
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Srameen, what a lovely comment for your location!

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