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Should people feed wildlife?

The Week Junior Science+Nature UK|Issue 71
Giving food to wild animals can help them survive, but it might be harmful to their health.
Should people feed wildlife?

In villages, towns and cities, lots of different animals have had to adapt to living alongside humans. Badgers, birds and foxes are some examples of species that have learned how to survive in these environments. Many people enjoy seeing these animals out and about near where they live, and like to leave bits of food out for them to eat. Whether it’s seeds in a bird feeder or some tinned food left out for a fox, it’s a fun way to connect with wildlife. However, other people think it’s better to leave animals alone.

Lend a helping hand

Some times of the year are particularly tough for certain creatures. In winter when the ground is very cold and hard, or when it hasn’t rained for a long time, it’s difficult for animals like foxes and badgers to find insects and earthworms. Giving animals food can help them to get through these periods when their natural food sources are harder to find.

Leaving food out for animals may also encourage biodiversity, which is the variety of wildlife in a particular area. A study has shown that people in the UK have seen a more diverse range of bird species in their gardens since 1970, which scientists have linked to more people using bird feeders.

Connecting with nature

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