Some people consider squirrels, chipmunks and rabbits to be a nuisance to their back yard or outdoor space, as these critters tend to eat your bird seed or cause problems in your yard. However, if you are reading this article, odds are you are not one of those people!
Generally when bird feeders are present, squirrels and chipmunks will naturally find their way to your yard. They tend to eat the seed under the feeder that the birds have knocked to the ground.
During very cold and harsh winters, the wildlife you love, enjoy, and care for during the warmer months may run into trouble if the food runs out. There are some things you can do in your yard to make the winters easier for your backyard wildlife to get through the winter so they can entertain you again in the warmer months.
Kristen Sydelko