Birdfeeders

During this time of the year when snow covers the ground in many states, bird baths will actually attract more birds than food will. It is necessary to have a bird bath with a specially designed heater to keep the water from freezing, since birds cannot peck through ice. Bird baths come in many styles and varieties. There are just a couple of things to keep in mind. Most important, the bird bath cannot be more than about two inches deep and should have sloped sides for easy use. Be sure to locate the bird bath in a place that is easy for you to get to, even in the winter, for it should be cleaned out as needed or at least once a week. Even though there is no snow here in northern California, our bird baths are very busy, even during rainy days. Our bird baths are used frequently year round and are a source of great entertainment for us as many species are seen splashing and preening regularly.