扁鸟喂养者传播致命疾病, 所以专家敦促转而使用绞刑类型和定期清洁。 Flat bird feeders spread deadly diseases, so experts urge switching to hanging types and regular cleaning.

园艺鸟类喂养者,特别是平板餐桌和托盘,与致命疾病的传播有关,如麻风病和沙门氏菌,促使专家提出反对使用这些疾病的建议。 Garden bird feeders, especially flat tables and trays, are linked to the spread of deadly diseases like finch trichomonosis and Salmonella, prompting experts to advise against their use. 由于有证据表明近距离接触鸟类和受污染的便会增加疾病传播,导致种群的急剧减少,RSPB于2025年初停止销售平面料. The RSPB stopped selling flat feeders in early 2025 due to evidence that close bird contact and contaminated droppings increase disease transmission, contributing to sharp declines in finch populations. 鼓励观鸟者转而使用电炉或种子、清洁饲料,定期使用清洁饲料,并避免潮湿或过分拥挤的喂养区,以保护野生鸟类健康。 Birdwatchers are encouraged to switch to hanging feeders with suet or seeds, clean feeders regularly, and avoid damp or overcrowded feeding areas to protect wild bird health.