Wildlife
The latest wildlife news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Ideal Home
Wildlife
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Badgers have destroyed my suburban garden – I asked the experts how to safely (and legally) deter the protected speciesHere’s all you need to know when it comes to living with badgers
By Maddie Balcombe
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3 humane ways to deter foxes from your food waste bin and stop them spreading rubbish in your street, according to prosPrevention is better than a cure in this case
By Kezia Reynolds
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Yes, you should put coffee grounds around your bird feeder to deter pests – but with one major exceptionIt’s a popular garden hack, but could it actually harm birds?
By Kayleigh Dray
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Wild birds will flock to your garden if you start leaving out this £7 Amazon buy – it looks adorable tooHow to support the wild birds that visit your garden during nesting season
By Kezia Reynolds
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I'm copying my mum's secret recipe to bring goldfinches to her garden – it's all about the right food and key plantsThese colourful little songbirds have needs
By Jenny McFarlane
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This is what to do if your neighbour is feeding foxes and attracting them to your gardenIf foxes are becoming a nuisance on your property, this is what you can do
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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The RPSB is warning gardeners to stop feeding birds peanuts and seeds, following the spread of deadly disease – this is what to give birds insteadThe warning has been issued following the announcements of the finds of the 2026 Big Garden Birdwatch
By Kezia Reynolds
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I'm a cat lover but I'm protecting visiting birds from them in our garden with these simple changes – just as David Attenborough recommendsSimple, cat-friendly (and bird-safe) tweaks
By Jenny McFarlane
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4 bee-friendly fence colours that will keep your garden buzzing with vital pollinators, according to expertsYep, bees have a favourite fence colour, too
By Kezia Reynolds
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Wildlife experts say you can feed garden birds leftover cooked pastaThis is how it's best served
By Sophie King
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5 ways to stop squirrels from digging up your potted plants – smart and humane ways to stop them destroying your bulb displaysDon't let all your hard work be dug up and eaten
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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If you want to attract sparrows to your garden, you need this bird box – wildlife experts say this fussy visitor has very specific needsSparrow populations have declined by 70% since 1970 in the UK. This is what you can do to help them.
By Kezia Reynolds
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Wrens will flock to your garden if you use this type of bird box – fill your garden with beautiful birdsong this springThis cheerful little bird has a particular preference
By Kezia Reynolds
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7 things you should feed birds in a garden – and the best time of year to serve each typeTop picks for every season
By Sophie King
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Birdscaping is the secret tool wildlife experts are using to attract more birds to their gardens – here’s the easy way you can do it, tooMake wildlife a priority in 2026
By Kezia Reynolds
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Wildlife experts want you to dig a patch of soil in your garden this month – robins will thank you for itThis easy task won't take you long either
By Kezia Reynolds
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6 things people who attract lots of birds to their gardens always have, according to wildlife expertsThis is what birds *really* want you to put in your garden
By Kezia Reynolds
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‘Cheap’ filler ingredients in bird feed are harming your garden birds – ingredient red flags to look out for, according to wildlife expertsIf you love feeding the birds that visit your garden, this is an important message for you
By Kezia Reynolds
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Lidl is selling the cutest Cath Kidston bird feeders for under £5 – they’re a must-have for adding colour to your winter gardenI can't stop thinking about these pretty bird feeders
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to make a Christmas dinner for birds – the festive treats wildlife experts are adding to their bird feeder on the big dayThe do's and don'ts of festive bird feeding
By Kezia Reynolds
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The fruit you should leave in your bird feeder if you want robins to become a regular visitor, according to a wildlife expertThey'll keep coming back for this tasty treat
By Kezia Reynolds
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Wildlife experts want gardeners to scatter tennis balls in their gardens – no, it’s not as bonkers as it soundsThis simple hack helps garden wildlife when the temperatures plummet
By Kezia Reynolds
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I’ve found the best gift for bird-lovers – this smart feeder has a built-in camera so you can watch and identify birds from your phoneIt's on sale right now!
By Kezia Reynolds
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Gardeners are being urged to check their bird feeders before it rains – birds could be put in danger if you don’tYou need to make this very important check in wet weather
By Kezia Reynolds
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Robins, bees and butterflies will flock to your garden if you plant this spring bulb – now is the best time to plant itYour garden will thank you for this beautiful bloom
By Kezia Reynolds
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Gardeners are being warned to never feed birds these 3 common thingsWhile it's a lovely idea to feed the birds that visit your garden, you need to ensure you're doing it safely
By Kezia Reynolds
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Gardeners should leave these 2 fruits on their lawn if they want birds to flock to their gardens this winterIt's important to provide birds with an energy boost during this time of year
By Kezia Reynolds


