This Winter, Provide Water For The Birds

Even the most novice bird watcher places a birdon the outside of your house. These types of outlets
feeder out in winter, what strikes me, is the numberprovide saftey for outdoor bird baths and any other
of experienced bird watchers who do not provideelectrical tools used in the yard.
water for the birds during winter.Place your heated bird bath near your feeders for
The energy expanded looking for a fresh watereasier viewing. Even birds that don't normally visit
source could be better used for staying well andyour feeders will visit your bird bath. All backyard
surviving the winter.birds need water. Also, when placing your bath, make
All wildlife needs water, Summer or Winter.sure there is cover for the birds. Water on the
Birds, like humans, need water all year. By investing infeathers make birds easy targets for prey.
a heated bird bath or by adding a bird bath heater toDo not place the bird bath too close to cover,
your existing bird bath, you'll be providing theotherwise cats can hide and attack the birds more
greatest resource birds need in order to survive.easily, a few yards will be adequate.
Bird bath heaters are usually available wherever birdThe recommended type of bird bath, is the pedestal
feeding supplies are offered. Check local hardwarestyle. These give the birds more security by being 2
stores, large discount stores, and online.or more feet above ground. This height allows birds
Heated bird baths are most commonly found on-line.to view their surroundings and any would be
These are complete bird baths with the heater builtpredators. Any bird bath can be used.
into the bath.By providing water for birds this winter, you'll not
When using either of these types, make sure youronly be providing a service to our winter birds, but
power source is safe. If you are unsure, hire anyou'll have a greater diversity of birds and more of
electrician to check it out or to install a GFCI outletthem to watch. And...