How do you offer birds food in an animal-friendly way?

To ensure a species-appropriate and healthy diet for birds, it is important to take several aspects into account when designing their habitat. Firstly, many feeding stations should be set up to give weaker animals access to food. The positioning of the feeding and drinking containers is crucial here; depending on the bird species, these should be placed on the ground or at a height. It is also significant to offer the food in a beak-friendly size to make it easier to eat. Food can also serve as an activity, for example by providing branches or forest soil that mimic natural foraging. Finally, it is important to remove all food scraps daily to avoid spoilage and the associated health risks. These measures contribute to species-appropriate husbandry, promote the well-being of the birds and prevent deficiency symptoms and diseases.