FreddyCheeks
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Is maple good for making perches? I have a bunch of maple tree's and I'm wondering if i get a branch or two if it would be okay to put in there. I would bake it first to kill off anything that would hurt the bird.
What about green Chinese maple?
You're partially right Dally...the problem with red maple is the possibility of its bark harboring a fungus potentially harmful to birds, but when the bark is removed the wood is safe.....
thanks for explaining! all the sites i've been on state red maple as toxic, some controversial... but none ever explained HOW. so i learned something new!
I personally have used red maple as a perch for years with no ill effects.I did however remove the bark and thoroughly wash it and let it sit out in the sun for a few days.