AdvertisementSo, how often should be cleaning bird feeders? Macrae recommends having a couple of high-quality bird feeders that come apart completely for cleaning. The RSPB notes feeders and baths should be cleaned once a week – Macrae agrees, and she’ll typically wipe down all ports and perches every day. The RSPB also encourages people to not overfill their bird feeders (again, for cleanliness reasons). AdvertisementThe wildlife charity recommends moving feeders regularly “to prevent the build up of bird food and droppings potentially contaminating the ground below”.

Source: Huffington Post February 18, 2026 15:17 UTC