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Bird Bath Fountains Are Great for Attracting More Wild Birds

by: BirdingRob
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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.


Many bird bath water fountains are attached directly to an outside water source such as a hose bib. The height of the fountain is controlled by using a flow restrictor. Birds that can be attracted include blue jays, mourning doves, robins, nuthatches and even wild turkeys.


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.


Bird bath misters are a great way to attract hummingbirds since they like to drink and bathe in mid-air while flying. A mister sends out a fine spray of water allowing birds to fly through to cool off. They can be used with a bird bath or set up on their own near small trees or shrubs.


Water wigglers can be used to add movement to water without the need for wiring or plumbing. All you need is two D sized batteries. The ripples created on the surface of the water stop mosquitoes from laying their eggs in your bird bath.


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.


Purchasing bird bath fountains, water misters, water wigglers or bird bath drippers is an investment that is worthwhile. These products will stop mosquitoes from breeding while attracting more birds into your wild bird sanctuary. You will also enjoy the sound of soothing, moving water while watching the birds it attracts.

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About the Author

Bird baths will attract more birds than bird seed. If you want to attract more birds just add a flowing water feature to you bird sanctuary. Bird bath fountain are the easiest way to give water to birds without adding to your local mosquito population.  

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