Birds Eating Venus Flytraps: Protection Strategies

The Problem

Birds (and sometimes squirrels) target the largest traps, either eating them or digging for insects in the moist medium.

Post on carnivorous plant forums (CPUK, FlytrapCare) for creative solutions from growers who've faced this issue.

Best wishes and good luck!

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