r/oddlysatisfying • u/GinaWhite_tt • 5d ago

How birds build their nest

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u/Kennyvee98 5d ago

Some nice insulation or cushion filling in the end... I hate that animals are living in peoples trash

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u/kittenofd00m 5d ago

Some people put out nesting materials along with bird seeds and water in the spring.

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u/Kennyvee98 5d ago

Oh really? I didn't know such a thing existed. What substance is it?

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u/NoSummer1345 5d ago

Another commenter said that when brushes her dog, she leaves the hair outside for the birds to use.

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u/Kennyvee98 5d ago

Ohyeah, i do that with my bunny's hair.

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u/kittenofd00m 5d ago

A lot of it you pick up on your own and put near feeders and waterers like natural, safe options like twigs, small sticks, dry leaves, grass stems, and fluffy seed material.

Safe and Natural Nesting Materials:

Twigs and Small Sticks: Collect these from your yard or nearby areas and pile them in a safe location for birds to access.

Dry Leaves: Rake up dry leaves and leave them in a pile or scattered around your yard. Grass Stems: Cut some grass stems and leave them in a basket or on a flat surface.

Fluffy Seed Material: Dandelion seed heads can be useful for hummingbirds and other birds. Moss: Moss can be a good source of nesting material for some bird species.

Bark: Some birds use small pieces of bark in their nests.

Feathers: While not a primary material, some birds collect feathers for lining their nests.

Materials to Avoid:

String, Twine, and Yarn: These can wrap around birds' legs and necks, causing injury or death.

Dryer Lint: Chemicals in detergents and microplastics from synthetic fabrics can be harmful to birds.

Pet Hair: Can be a choking hazard for birds.

Other tips...

Timing: Birds start nesting early in the year, so have materials available by January or February.

Refresh Supplies: Keep your nesting materials refreshed throughout the spring nesting season.

Location: Place materials in a safe location away from predators and where birds can easily access them.

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u/Kennyvee98 5d ago

So my bunny's hair is no good? Thanks for the list.