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LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — People and pets aren’t the only ones facing this weekend’s cold snap in Kentucky.
On Wednesday, the Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife shared a few tips to help support songbirds during the coming severe weather.
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The department said snow and ice can create serious challenges for foraging songbirds, so helping out local populations with reliable food and clean water can be especially helpful.
Tips for supporting Kentucky songbirds:
- Provide a constant and reliable food source
- Offer a variety of food types, including seeds, suet, suet cakes containing mealworms, peanuts, and cracked corn
- Provide access to fresh water
According to Fish & Wildlife, more than 150 species of songbirds regularly visit Kentucky during the year, and about 100 species nest in Kentucky; the remainder are considered winter residents or just pass through during their migration.
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The department also offers Kentucky Wild memberships for those interested in supporting statewide conservation efforts for vulnerable bird species…