Pest experts have warned that there is a common garden feature that could be attracting rats to your garden this autumn - but there are ways you can deter them.
Autumn is well underway and the season not only brings a change in weather, but an increase in one particular pest.
As UK garden birds require more food and water in autumn due to harsh conditions and a scarcity of natural food sources, installing bird feeders in your garden seems like a great way to help. But this could quickly transform your outdoor space into a haven for rats. However, this doesn't mean you should deny the birds additional food. Instead, Lucy Taylor, manager of the wildlife product retailer, has offered some advice on how to deter rats from your garden while still maintaining your bird feeders.
She explains, "Spice is a natural rat deterrent as they do not like the smell of cayenne pepper, or any sort of spicy foods and chilli powders. Some feed blends feature pepper oils. This is perfect as it has no effect on birds as they can't taste it."
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