Many people like to try and attract wildlife, particularly birds, by putting food out for them. They become fat and lazy and sometimes a nuisance. Animals that are fed the wrong food do not get all the vitamins and minerals they need and can fall ill. When parent birds do not get the right food, they do not pass on the right nourishment to their chicks. Animals at a feeding tray are more likely to be attacked by cats and dogs.
Possums can become a nuisance by coming into homes looking for handouts.
Find out more about natural foods for wildlife in the Information Sheet. Yes on both accounts. Foster carers must be over 18 years of age, before you take on foster caring consider some of the issues involved. There are a number of simple strategies that you can follow for improving the conditions of wildlife.