Spring is officially here, which means bird feeders are going back up across Indiana.
But before you fill yours, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources is asking Hoosiers to take one simple step that could make a big difference for local wildlife.
Why Cleaning Your Bird Feeder Matters
According to the Indiana DNR, dirty feeders can quickly become a hotspot for disease.
Each year, the agency receives reports of sick or dead birds near feeders, where illness can spread easily through shared surfaces and close contact.
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