Romance, Resilience, and Real Help for One of Britain’s Rarest Birds

There’s a gentle magic in the soft “purring” coo of a Turtle Dove on a summer’s day. But these beautiful symbols of love and devotion – immortalised in folklore and “The Twelve Days of Christmas” – are vanishing from our countryside.

That’s why we’ve created Wiggly’s brand-new Turtle Dove Mix, a heartfelt blend designed to give one of Britain’s most threatened birds the food they truly need to thrive.

Why Choose Turtle Dove Mix?

🕊 Specially blended for Turtle Doves – one of the UK’s most threatened and red-listed birds.
✅ Tested by real Wiggly customers – low mess, low waste, and lots of love.
🌾 Ground-feeding mix with highly nutritious seeds and zero fillers.
🧡 Supports rare birds while bringing a touch of summer magic to your garden.
🇬🇧 Hand-mixed on our Herefordshire farm using high-quality, UK-preferred seeds.

This isn’t just another bird food – it’s a conservation tool, carefully crafted to mimic the natural seeds Turtle Doves used to find in our fields and hedgerows.

What’s in the Mix?

• 40% Sunflower Hearts – energy-rich, easy to eat.

• 10% Wheat – a natural, traditional summer food.

• 10% White Millet – a true favourite of Turtle Doves and finches.

• 15% Linseed – packed with omega-3 for feather and heart health.

• 10% Safflower – nutritious and naturally squirrel-resistant.

• 5% Red Dari – stamina-boosting grains for breeding season.

• 10% Oilseed Rape – small, energy-rich seeds for ground feeders.

Why these seeds?
Turtle Doves feed on tiny seeds from arable plants and wildflowers – but habitat loss means they struggle to find enough. Our mix recreates this lost diet with high-quality, digestible seeds and no waste.

Why Turtle Doves Matter

Once a familiar part of British summers, Turtle Doves have declined by over 90% in the UK due to habitat loss and food scarcity. They’re now a Red List species, teetering on the edge of extinction here.

By simply providing the right food in your garden, you can help give these gentle birds a fighting chance – and keep their soft song alive for future generations.

The Lovebird of Legend

Turtle Doves have symbolised love and loyalty for centuries, famously mating for life. They’ve been celebrated in poetry, folklore, and of course:
🎵 “On the second day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… two Turtle Doves…”

By feeding them, you’re not just supporting conservation – you’re keeping a little piece of romance alive in your own garden.

When and How to Feed

Turtle Doves arrive from Africa in late spring, tired and hungry from their migration. Here’s how to give them the welcome they deserve:

💡 Wiggly Tips:

• Offer food on the ground or a low tray – Turtle Doves rarely perch to eat.

• Choose a quiet spot near hedgerows or wildflowers for natural cover.

• Provide fresh water daily for drinking and bathing.

• Clean feeding areas regularly to prevent disease.

Feed the Love

Our Turtle Dove Mix is more than bird food – it’s a love letter to one of Britain’s most cherished species.

By feeding Wiggly’s Turtle Dove Mix, you’re joining a small but mighty movement to protect these birds, combining romance, conservation, and a real connection to nature.

👉 Discover more and order your mix here:
Turtle Dove Mix – 6kg

From Our Farm to Your Footprint – Feed the Love.