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Old 12-09-2013, 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by lovinganimals View Post
I have a beautiful lighthouse bird feeder in my courtyard that was left by the previous owner. I put bird food in it and some beautiful birds came to visit. About 2 months later I noticed a big fat mouse type rodent (maybe a Vole?). Then there was a tiny mouse, then 6. I had to stop putting food out and all the birds went away. Very sad, but I don't want to attract so many other animals to my yard.


I am so glad that you said that. It is true, but on the plus side, everywhere there is an opportunity to see beautiful birds. AND nature provides for their food.


My favorites are the Sandhill Cranes. They are BIG birds and will stand nearby on the green when you are putting sometimes.
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