I'm dealing with some pesky birds in my yard that just love to swoop in and steal my ripe strawberries and blueberries. I know netting is an option, but does anyone have some less annoying techniques to keep them away? I've heard about things like reflective tape or fake predators, but I'm curious if anyone has tried those or has other creative solutions!
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One method I’ve seen work is to use rocks painted like strawberries. If you can place them out before your real strawberries are ripe, it might confuse the birds. They tend to think it’s a berry and give your real ones a break!
Blowup fake snakes can be effective too! Just remember, you have to move them around every few days to keep the birds from realizing they’re not real. It adds a bit of fun to your gardening!
If all else fails, why not consider feeding the birds in a separate area? I started leaving out seeds for them, and surprisingly, they left my plants alone. Just a heads-up, though—squirrels might become your next problem!