The RSPB's new advice on bird feeding has caused confusion.

Richard Green says people are missing the main point.

Birds are already facing challenges, and this mistake could hurt them more.

Many homes help garden birds, especially where natural food is scarce.

The advice is to change feeding habits, not stop feeding birds.

RSPB summer bird feed ban means gardeners should do a simple task.

Richard has answered the question about feeding birds now.

He said people should feed birds differently, not stop feeding them.

The problem is not the food, but how it is given to the birds.

Richard said poor feeding practices, like dirty feeders, are the issue.

Stopping feeding entirely can be bad for the birds.

Dirty feeders can spread disease.

If feeding stops, birds may crowd and spread disease.

The RSPB suggests giving birds alternative food like mealworms.

In urban areas, birds need extra food because there are fewer insects.

Putting out small amounts of food can reduce the risk of disease.

Keeping feeders clean is the best way to help the birds.