If you are an avid bird watcher, then you will want
to consider installing a bird bath in your yard or garden. Bird
baths are the best way to attract feathered visitors for your viewing.
Better than bird feeders, bird baths will appeal to all birds alike,
no matter what their dietary preferences are. For instance, some
birds are pure seedeaters yet others prefer a diet of worms. These
species are likely to pass by your bird feeder, yet they will gladly
stop by for a quick refreshing deep in the luxury of the bird baths
that you have provided.
When choosing bird baths consider your desired location first.
You should make sure that your bird bath will be located near
trees, or suitable perching, should an animal predator, most
likely feline, come to call. Bird baths are meant to be a resting
place for birds, not an entrapment for them against their enemies.
The best way to ensure the safety of birds stopping to use
the bird baths is to place the bird baths in a location that
will ensure their safety if they need to get away quickly.
If your goal is to view the bathing beauties, then you may also
consider placing the bird bath where it is most accessible
for your viewing pleasure. Whether it is near a window, back
yard screened porch, or in the middle of your garden, continue
locating bird baths where you will get the best optical viewpoint.
Don't neglect cleanliness when your bird bath is in use. It is
vitally important that you continue to keep your bird bath
clean. Birds are using the bath to clean and refresh themselves,
and yes, the bird bath will get dirty- fast. You may also consider
placing the bird bath near a garden hose to help make the clean
up process easier. By continually cleaning and keeping the
bird bath refreshed with clean water, you will begin to see
the fruits of your labor as your feathered friends come to
visit. |
