Robins are a common sight in gardens in Ireland all year round, but they are particularly noticeable during the winter months as they don't migrate to other countries
Robins, a common sight in gardens throughout the year, become more prominent during winter as they don't migrate.
Therefore, wildlife experts encourage garden enthusiasts to support these small red-breasted birds by providing extra food. This is particularly crucial during this season as it not only helps the birds stay warm, but also aids in building up their fat reserves for energy. Beaky Bites, the experts in bird food, have pointed out: "A key aspect of high quality bird seed is its high energy content. Black sunflower seeds for example are a high energy food that's easily accessible to birds. Many garden bird watchers provide black sunflower seeds and sunflower hearts as staple foods because of their nutritional value. These seeds are great as they are consumed quickly and don't leave husks behind, reducing mess around the feeders.
The bird specialists cautioned, however, that while peanuts are another excellent high-energy bird food, favoured by the likes of robins, it's best to skip them during the breeding season, spanning from March to August.
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