Wildlife
The latest wildlife news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Ideal Home
Wildlife
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6 compact trees that will attract birds to your gardenExperts say they’re ideal for small spaces
By Lisa Fazzani
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5 ways to support birds in October to help robins, finches and songbirds thrive, according to expertsDuring the cooler months, birds benefit from a little extra support
By Kezia Reynolds
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Why robins keep driving birds away from your feeder – and what you can do to stop itRobins will defend their territory all year round with surprising aggression
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to deter seagulls from a garden according to experts – 1 thing you need to remember about these noisy, messy birdsSeagulls usually only have one thing on their minds...
By Kezia Reynolds
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Kate Garraway’s micropond is a brilliant example of how to attract wildlife to a garden – it’s a small space-friendly idea, tooWildlife experts say it is an impressive example
By Kezia Reynolds
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Gardeners urged to perform vital check when cutting hedges back this September – or risk breaking the lawNesting season may have come to an end, but your responsibilities haven't
By Kezia Reynolds
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Can a neighbour complain about my bird feeder? The conditions under which a council will take this issue seriouslyIf you love attracting birds to your garden, you also need to ensure you're being responsible
By Kezia Reynolds
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6 plants that can keep foxes out of your garden this summer, according to expertsHumane deterrents to help keep unwanted visitors under control
By Rebecca Lawton
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'Wildlife wineries' are the breakout trend gardeners are using to keep garden birds hydrated in August – this £15 shortcut means even tiny spaces can join inProviding water is one of the most important things you can do to help birds this summer
By Kezia Reynolds
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Every gardener should pick up this £10 Amazon buy – it will turn your bird bath into a statement water featureGarden birds will love it, too!
By Kezia Reynolds
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Birds don’t sweat – what to add to a garden now to help them thrive during hot summers, according to wildlife expertsWhat they do instead can look a little unusual...
By Kezia Reynolds
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These slug-eating birds can help keep your garden pest-free – here's how to attract themKeep the slimy little pests in check naturally
By Kayleigh Dray
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5 ways to support robins in July and keep these bold, cheerful birds returning to your gardenHow to help the UK's favourite bird this month
By Kezia Reynolds
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‘Bee bars’ are the charming wildlife trend that will make your garden more bee-friendlyHelp pollinators in the a heatwave
By Kezia Reynolds
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Pollinator pitstops are the easiest way to make tiny gardens wildlife-friendly and fill your outdoor space with colour and fragranceMake a micro wildlife haven
By Kezia Reynolds
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Wildlife experts reveal 1 job you must do every day in July to support birds – it only takes one minuteThis quick and easy task can have a huge impact
By Kezia Reynolds
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5 gorgeous wildflowers that will attract birds to your garden (and keep them coming back), according to wildlife expertsTurn your garden into a bird-friendly oasis
By Kezia Reynolds
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Micro ponds are the wildlife-friendly trend that turns tiny gardens or balconies into a relaxing oasis – how to get the lookMicro ponds are a low-maintenance and stylish addition to any garden
By Kezia Reynolds
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3 places you should never put a bird bath in a garden, according to wildlife experts – where to put one instead'Food may attract birds to your garden, but clean water is often what keeps them coming back'
By Kezia Reynolds
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5 places you should never put a bird feeder in a gardenWhy placement matters more than you might think
By Rebecca Lawton
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Heavy rain can put your bird feeder at a higher risk of spreading disease – this is the fix wildlife experts recommend to keep food dry and birds safeHeavy rain means we need to be more diligent about feeding garden birds
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to support nesting birds in summer – the materials you should be leaving out to help birds build stronger, safer nestsNow is a really important time to help UK birds
By Kezia Reynolds
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Ricky Gervais has welcomed a family of foxes to his garden – what to do if you find foxes in yours, according to wildlife expertsSay hello to his adorable fox family
By Kezia Reynolds
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7 clever solutions to stop birds pooing on your garden furniture – gently deter them with these simple, expert-approved tricksThese tricks will keep your furniture poop-free this summer
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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How to help birds in hot weather – 2 things your garden must have to prevent sunstroke and dehydration, according to wildlife expertsIf you've been struggling with the recent heat wave, your garden birds definitely are too
By Kezia Reynolds
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3 ways to attract doves to your garden – create a sanctuary for one of nature’s best vacuum cleanersIt's so easy to welcome these gentle birds
By Kezia Reynolds
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8 gorgeous plants that will have butterflies flocking to your gardenThe small shrubs, statement trees and flowers they adore
By Holly Reaney


