The RSPB has recently advised people to temporarily remove many garden bird feeders to help slow the spread of Trichomonosis, a disease affecting some of our most familiar garden birds.

But what exactly is Trichomonosis? How does it spread, which species are most at risk, and why are bird feeders part of the problem?

In this episode, we explore the science behind the disease, its impact on bird populations, and the practical steps we can all take to help protect the birds visiting our gardens.

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Trichomonosis | BTO

Finch trichomonosis transmission in gardens

The emergence and spread of finch trichomonosis in the British Isles - PMC

Protozoan | Definition, Parasites, Diseases, Characteristics, Size, Kingdom, & Facts | Britannica