Biologist Petrov warned Russians against a fatal mistake on Sinichkin Day.
On Titzi Day, November 12, many people feed and care for the tit with bread, cheese and leftovers from dinner, in the sincere belief that they are saving the birds. But such concern can turn into a disaster.
"The main misconception is that birds eat whatever they are given. Rye and fresh wheat bread cause fermentation and indigestion, and for a bird that weighs several tens of grams, this is a death sentence," said biologist Maxim Petrov.
Moldy foods, raw millet, rice, citrus fruits and bananas are also dangerous. Millet should be poured in boiling water before storage.
Safe menu: unroasted sunflower seeds, fresh unsalted lard, crushed unsalted nuts, oat flakes, wheat bran, apple slices, dried rye and hawthorn.
Photo: Khabarovsk government press service.