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Get ready to spread your wings and celebrate Feed the Birds Day on February 3! This day was created in honor of the beloved Disney film "Mary Poppins" and its iconic song, "Feed the Birds". It's a day to appreciate and care for our feathered friends by providing them with food and shelter. Not only is it a fun activity for all ages, but it also helps to support local bird populations and ecosystems. So grab some seeds, set up a bird feeder, and let's make this day a flying success!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Release of Mary Poppins Novel</div><div class='timeline-text'>P.L. Travers released "Mary Poppins", which contains an iconic scene of feeding the birds by the steps of St. Paul’s Cathedral.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1964</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mary Poppins Movie Released</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Walt Disney film adaptation of Travers' book is released, with the poignant 'Feed The Birds' song forever joining culture.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increase in American Birdwatching</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Survey on Recreation and the Environment reported that birdwatching popularity greatly increased in the U.S. during the 80s.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of February 3rd</div><div class='timeline-text'>"Feed The Birds Day" is officially set to February 3rd, encouraging everyone globally to replenish bird feeders during a crucial winter month.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rising Importance Due to Pandemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>COVID-19 lockdowns led to skyrocketing sales of birdseed and feeders, emphasizing the importance of celebrating and preserving this day.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make homemade bird feeders</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make your own bird feeders using materials you have at home. You can use pinecones, peanut butter, and birdseed to create a simple and fun feeder for the birds in your yard.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on a nature walk</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a walk in your local park or nature reserve and observe the different types of birds you see. Bring some birdseed along and sprinkle it on the ground to attract more feathered friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a bird-watching event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check online for any bird-watching events happening in your area on Feed the Birds Day. This is a great opportunity to learn more about different bird species and their habitats.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a bird sanctuary</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Contact your local bird sanctuary and see if they need any volunteers to help feed and care for the birds. This is a meaningful way to celebrate Feed the Birds Day and give back to these beautiful creatures.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a bird-themed craft</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some supplies and get crafty by making bird-themed decorations or gifts. You can make paper mache birds, birdhouses, or even paint rocks to look like different bird species.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It helps our feathered friends during winter months</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>During the colder months, food can be scarce for birds. By participating in Feed the Birds Day, you are helping to ensure that they have enough energy to survive the harsh weather and continue their important role as pollinators and insect controllers.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Bird feeding brings us closer to nature</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Feeding birds allows us to observe them up close, giving us a chance to appreciate their unique behaviors and beauty. It also encourages more diverse bird species to visit your backyard, adding to the joy of bird watching!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It is educational for kids (and adults too!)</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Feeding birds can be an interactive learning experience for children, teaching them about different bird species, their diets and migration patterns. It also promotes responsibility and empathy towards animals.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Birds are the Only Animals Capable of Active Flight</h3><p class='facts-content'>While there are many creatures that can glide or parachute, the ability of flapping one's wings and flying is unique to birds.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Birds Have Hollow Bones to Aid in Flight</h3><p class='facts-content'>Their lightweight skeletal system, which includes hollow bones, aids birds in maintaining flight for long distances without using too much energy.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Birds Can Recognize Themselves in Mirrors</h3><p class='facts-content'>Studies have shown that certain bird species, like magpies, can pass the mirror test—which indicates self-recognition capabilities.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Birds Can Sleep with One Eye Open</h3><p class='facts-content'>IThis ability, known as unihemispheric slow-wave sleep, allows birds to rest half their brain while staying alert for potential dangers.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The World's Smallest Bird is the Bee Hummingbird</h3><p class='facts-content'>This tiny species, native to Cuba and the Isla de la Juventud, measures just 5 cm long and weighs a miniscule 2 grams. </p></div></div>
Feed the Birds Day is celebrated on February 3rd every year. In 2024 Feed the Birds Day will occur on a Saturday.
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