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'Bird-friendly' call for gardens (BBC)

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The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) said simple measures can help preserve populations of house sparrows, starlings and song thrushes.

It has recommended allowing patches of long grass to grow, so that insects which act as food can thrive.
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The charity's Homes for Wildlife scheme, which is launched on Saturday, will call for gardeners to plant deciduous trees, native shrubs and climbers like as honeysuckle or roses - all of which provide food and shelter for birds.

The RSPB has also suggested plants which are rich in nectar and seeds such as sunflowers and alyssum.
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Leaving pot plants on balconies can also encourage insects which provide food for birds, it added.
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more: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7060713.stm

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