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Bird Bath Fountains Are Easy to Install and Attract More Birds |
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If you've had trouble attracting birds to your bird baths, try using bird bath fountains. The sound of moving water is likely to catch the attention of any bird searching for fresh water. You can use a fountain in almost any type of bird hath or pond. Using more than one type of bird bath will attract a larger variety of birds.
by BirdingRob
If you've had trouble attracting birds to your bird baths, try using bird bath fountains. The sound of moving water is likely to catch the attention of any bird searching for fresh water. You can use a fountain in almost any type of bird hath or pond. Using more than one type of bird bath will attract a larger variety of birds.
A bird bath water fountain provides a constant stream of water and will attract many types of birds including titmice, robins, grosbeaks, nuthatches, blue jays and wild turkeys. Some fountain bird baths run directly from an outside tap. The height of the water can be adjusted with flow restrictors.
Many birds like warblers are attracted to the sound of dripping water. A bird bath dripper is easy to install. The hook shaped dripper is attached to the side of your standing bird bath. It releases small drops of water at a calibrated rate. Many are decorated with flowers to add a flare to your bird bath.
A bird bath mister is great for attracting hummingbirds since they like to drink and bathe without landing. Misters spray a fine mist making it easy for birds to fly in and out for a fast drink or a cool bath. Misters can be used alongside a bird bath or you can install them in a small tree or shrub.
Using a water wiggler is an easy way to add movement to the water in your bird bath. It doesn't require any wiring or plumbing to install, just 2 "D" batteries are all you need. It creates ripples on the water surface stopping mosquitoes from laying their eggs while attracting birds with the sound of running water.
If you live in an area where winter temperatures fall below freezing bird bath fountains can stop the water from freezing (to a point). You may need to use a bird bath heater if the temperatures go too low or stay below freezing for long periods of time. Providing water for your birds in winter may actually save their lives. Many birds don't bathe in winter but open water is sure to attract them all winter long.
Whether you use bird bath fountains, water misters, water wigglers or bird bath drippers you will be happy with the variety of birds that are attracted to your yard. If you have a bird bath, investing in a way to create movement in the water will be worth the cost. The moving water will stop mosquitoes from breeding, while providing the calming sound of moving water.
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Bird baths will attract more birds than bird seed. If you want to attract more birds just add a moving water feature to you bird sanctuary. Bird bath fountain are the easiest way to give water to birds without increasing your local mosquito population. |
