Bird Bath Fountains Are Easy to Install and Attract More Birds

by: BirdingRob
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If you have bird baths in your yard, adding bird bath fountains will make them more appealing to the birds. Birds are always looks for sources of fresh water and if your water is moving it will be easier for birds to find. Fountains can be used in standing bird baths, ponds or ground level birdbaths. Using a variety of water sources in different areas is the best way to attract more birds.


Some bird bath water fountains connect to an outside water source like a garden hose. You can adjust the height of the water by reducing the water flow. A fountain bird bath will attract many species of birds like titmice, robins, grosbeaks, nuthatches, blue jays and wild turkeys.


An alternative to a bird bath fountain is a bird bath dripper. Water drippers are shaped like a shepherd's hook and often decorated with flowers. They can easily be attached to the side of your bird bath. Water drippers drip slowly into your bird bath at a specified rate.


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.


Water wigglers are the easiest way to add movement to the water in your bird bath. Wild birds in search of fresh water will be attracted by the sound produced by the water wiggler. It is easy to install. It runs on two D batteries without any wiring or plumbing. Simply place it in your bird bath and watch it go! The constant water movement prevents mosquitoes from laying eggs.


If you live in a cold climate, then bird bath fountains can help keep the water in your bird bath from freezing. If the temperatures go too low, you will have to supplement the moving water with a bird bath heater. Thawed water in the winter is very important in cold areas where most natural sources of water freeze over. Having open water in your bird bath will attract wild birds throughout the winter.


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 feeders. If you want to attract more birds just add a moving water feature to you bird sanctuary. Bird bath fountain are the best way to give water to birds without adding to your local mosquito population.  

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