{"id":8405,"date":"2021-07-19T09:43:58","date_gmt":"2021-07-19T09:43:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeswhiz.co.uk\/?p=8405"},"modified":"2023-01-05T23:34:47","modified_gmt":"2023-01-05T23:34:47","slug":"how-to-attract-birds-to-your-garden","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeswhiz.co.uk\/how-to-attract-birds-to-your-garden\/","title":{"rendered":"Birdscaping 101: How to Attract Birds to Your Garden"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Love nature and want to know how to attract birds in your garden? We can help to make more feathered friends in today&#8217;s article, where we&#8217;re sharing what bird foods are best, ground feeders to consider and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having the sound of wild birds outside your window each morning is a lovely way to wake up, so follow these simple tips to encourage our avian friends into your garden. Not only will it make you happier, but you&#8217;ll be supporting the local wildlife, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Attract Birds to Your Garden<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Have Bird Seed Readily Available<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">In the hanging bird feeders I feed sunflower hearts, peanuts, fastballs, no-grow mixed seed &amp; mealworms. On the log stump I feed a mix of suet pellets, sunflower hearts, mealworms &amp; no-grow ground mixed seed. Fresh water is nearby in a bird bath. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/NrKnYLsjBm\">pic.twitter.com\/NrKnYLsjBm<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Adrian Ludlam (@AdeLudlam) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/AdeLudlam\/status\/960798288147566594?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 6, 2018<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Opt for bird feeders to keep birds coming back into your garden. Not sure which seeds are best for birds? <strong>Consider seed mixes containing a variety of seeds<\/strong>, but look out for the following types to encourage good health and entice birds to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Black Sunflower Seeds<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Widely available, birds prefer <a href=\"https:\/\/homeswhiz.co.uk\/when-to-plant-sunflower-seeds-uk\/\">sunflower<\/a> seeds the most, but they&#8217;re also nutritious for them. In fact, <strong>they provide a high oil content<\/strong> within a thin shell that&#8217;s easy to break. Best of all, these seeds are rich in fat, protein and fibre. Plus, all types of visiting birds will keep coming back, making it a great option for attracting a variety of species.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Getting a few Black Oil Sunflower seeds \ud83c\udf3b, the kind you find in bird feed, ready for the <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SunflowerChallenge?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SunflowerChallenge<\/a>. Wont win tallest (unless there is a sub category) as they arent very tall (maybe 2-3ft max)&#8230;also, looking for the Red Sunflower seeds i had around here somewhere \ud83e\udd37\ud83c\udffb\u200d\u2642\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/ncrQcANaja\">pic.twitter.com\/ncrQcANaja<\/a><\/p>&mdash; #GrowSeattle #Garden (@SeattleGrow) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/SeattleGrow\/status\/1245391293565423616?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">April 1, 2020<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Millet<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A small grain, this bird seed is one of the best options for many birds because it&#8217;s <strong>full of vitamins and minerals<\/strong> that help to maintain a healthy diet. Birds love this ingredient because it offers a sweet, nutty flavour that&#8217;s moreish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Approx. 30 Chipping Sparrows on this table.  This is what happens in the winter when you feed white millet. <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/birds?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#birds<\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/t.co\/r0wnTf73GO\">pic.twitter.com\/r0wnTf73GO<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Lightkeeper&#39;s Journal (@Lightkeepers_) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Lightkeepers_\/status\/416644242425929728?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">December 27, 2013<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sunflower Hearts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Sunflower hearts are a popular type of bird food that is easily available on the market. Not only do birds love the flavour, but you&#8217;ll love them, too, because they keep your garden tidy with no shells scattered around on the ground. They&#8217;re a great addition to bird hangers because they&#8217;re <strong>high in calories<\/strong> and can be consumed quickly, helping to energise and nourish different birds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Since changing the bird feed to sunflower hearts, the goldfinches have flocked to our garden \ud83d\ude42 <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Natures_Voice?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@Natures_Voice<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/birds?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#birds<\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/t.co\/WYl37MB2gO\">pic.twitter.com\/WYl37MB2gO<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Isabel Ashdown (@IsabelAshdown) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/IsabelAshdown\/status\/582819237804294144?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">March 31, 2015<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Peanuts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, peanuts taste great to wild birds, while small birds might struggle to consume these large seeds. However, they&#8217;ll attract blue tits and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wildlifetrusts.org\/where-see-wildlife\/where-see-spring-wildlife\/woodpeckers\" target=\"_blank\">woodpeckers<\/a> without a doubt. <strong>Nutritious and an easy food source<\/strong> for many birds, add peanuts to hanging feeders to keep them coming back for more. You can even pack some peanuts into a mesh feeder to allow birds to peck at them there and then without carrying them away. This allows them to stay in your garden for longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, you might end up attracting squirrels in your garden if you have peanuts readily available. You can either reduce the number of peanuts that you leave lying around for birds or purchase a <a href=\"https:\/\/homeswhiz.co.uk\/squirrel-proof-bird-feeders\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/homeswhiz.co.uk\/squirrel-proof-bird-feeders\/\">bird feeder that squirrels can&#8217;t access<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Ever been harshly judged by the birds you feed? Story of my life! \ud83d\ude02<br><br>Peanuts for the Blue Jays. \ud83e\udd5c <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/BlueJays?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#BlueJays<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/BirdWatching?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#BirdWatching<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/Q0Hpa1ncYJ\">pic.twitter.com\/Q0Hpa1ncYJ<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Duck, Duck, Gray Duck! (@WaterfowlDoxies) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/WaterfowlDoxies\/status\/1193607128616964096?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">November 10, 2019<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choosing the Right Kind of Bird Feeder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/homeswhiz.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/A-bird-attempts-to-get-some-food-from-the-bird-feeder-500x500.png\" alt=\"A bird attempts to get some food from the bird feeder\" class=\"wp-image-18190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/homeswhiz.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/A-bird-attempts-to-get-some-food-from-the-bird-feeder-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/homeswhiz.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/A-bird-attempts-to-get-some-food-from-the-bird-feeder-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/homeswhiz.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/A-bird-attempts-to-get-some-food-from-the-bird-feeder.png 512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll need to place these nuts and seeds into a feeder, and there are several factors you&#8217;ll want to consider when purchasing bird feeders. Below are some important features to bear in mind to help attract more birds to your backyard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">House Feeders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first type of bird feeder to consider is a house feeder. These are ideal for <strong>protecting bird food against the weather and bird droppings<\/strong>, but they can be prone to attracting bacteria and fungus if it gets wet. They&#8217;re an attractive feeder for most birds, such as titmice, sparrows, and cardinals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Above all, a house feeder can typically hold plenty of seed to last several days, which is a convenient way to attract more birds to your garden without having to fill up the feeder every day. On the other hand, it&#8217;s hard to keep these feeders clean since they&#8217;re difficult to access on the inside. But the good news is that you can suspend them on a pole as their design offers plenty of versatility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">\ud83c\udf41\ud83c\udf42Autumn maintenance! Our bird houses and bird feeder are now out place all around the garden perfect for the birds! Our water tank is now up and running collecting rainwater. Thank you to S1 and S4 for collecting leaves and cleaning up, you guys smashed it! \ud83d\ude01\ud83d\udc4d <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/vYQP76lyNf\">pic.twitter.com\/vYQP76lyNf<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Duncanrig Horticultural Society (@DuncanrigHorti) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/DuncanrigHorti\/status\/1318579176794955777?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">October 20, 2020<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Window Feeders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Window feeders fix to window glass via suction cups and attract chickadees, titmice, sparrows and more garden birds. The best part about these bird feeders is that they provide close-up views of birds thanks to their placement next to a window. Above all, their placement makes them the <strong>safest type of bird feeder<\/strong> since they provide a distraction against a translucent window. However, there&#8217;s a higher risk that birds might soil their seeds when they stand on the food, so you might have to keep on top of cleaning the feeder and even changing the food daily. Fortunately, many are designed to provide easy access, so it&#8217;s not too much of a chore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">CJ Wildlife have featured top wildlife &amp; gardening tips for those with gardens, patios and balconies. There\u2019s a fabulous Window Mounted Bird Feeder, for those who don\u2019t have a garden. CJ Wildlife also have \u2018live web-cams\u2019. Read the article at<a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/RLJhZrefO4\">https:\/\/t.co\/RLJhZrefO4<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/d7oTVfjPNB\">pic.twitter.com\/d7oTVfjPNB<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Sixtyplusurfers (@Sixtyplusurfers) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Sixtyplusurfers\/status\/1244719294786801664?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">March 30, 2020<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Platform Feeders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These are best for attracting birds, including native sparrows, grosbeaks, starlings and more. It&#8217;s important that you keep on top of draining these feeders to keep them in tip-top condition. Otherwise, you risk the seeds sprouting if they become wet enough, as well as a higher chance of bacterial and fungal growth in your backyard. Since these bird feeders offer a wider surface area, <strong>you can provide food in large quantities<\/strong>, making it highly convenient. But this design also makes it more likely to attract droppings, which can quickly soil seeds. For the best results, only provide enough food for birds to eat within one day to prevent bacterial growth and avoid attracting any garden pests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\">https:\/\/twitter.com\/monkeyhole\/status\/1403900510621552642<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tube Feeders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tube feeders feed birds of different species and <strong>keep seeds pretty clean and dry<\/strong>. You can even purchase these feeders with metal feeding ports to prevent squirrels from taking the food. These types of feeders typically attract smaller birds, including chickadees, titmice and finches. You can even purchase these feeders in a variety of styles with perches above the feeding ports designed for birds that feed themselves upside down. These feeders&#8217; feeding ports are also versatile enough to offer a range of seed sizes so that a variety of birds visit your garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">For real.. common <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/grackle?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#grackle<\/a> on my tube feeder. <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/bird?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#bird<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/birding?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#birding<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/backyard?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#backyard<\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/t.co\/up2PVJcd\">pic.twitter.com\/up2PVJcd<\/a><\/p>&mdash; alkemist (@a1kemist) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/a1kemist\/status\/205047935484968960?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">May 22, 2012<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nyjer Feeders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nyjer feeders are available in two options: tube feeders and thistle socks. The seeds inside of thistle socks might become wet from the range, so you&#8217;ll want to <strong>refrain from leaving large quantities of food<\/strong> out in one go during the winter months. Best of all, these types of feeders attract local birds while deterring squirrels by making the food difficult to access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">A new visitor to the nyjer feeder this morning, a wee redpoll. A nice record for my Garden Bird Survey! Co. Meath <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/BirdWatchIE?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@BirdWatchIE<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/HDYnh6xGDb\">pic.twitter.com\/HDYnh6xGDb<\/a><\/p>&mdash; John Sherry (@John_Sherrry) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/John_Sherrry\/status\/1203286426865012737?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">December 7, 2019<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Suet Feeders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, this type of bird feeder typically consists of a wire mesh or plastic mesh and is attached to a tree trunk. Suet feeders attract woodpeckers, starlings, titmice, blue jays and more. They&#8217;re available in a handful of designs, including not opening at the top to encourage birds to hang upside down while they eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that some people are concerned about having a suet feeder since it increases the chances of birds getting harmed or stuck in the feeder. In very rare cases, bird toes have become trapped, so <strong>it&#8217;s best to be on the lookout for birds<\/strong> if you consider one of these.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">The M53 military grade bird feeder. Holds 6.5 pounds of bird seed, 4 woodpecker suet blocks and a handful of whole peanuts for the blue jays. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/D0kNz0lABI\">pic.twitter.com\/D0kNz0lABI<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Chris Day (@williemoeday) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/williemoeday\/status\/1370839716833198081?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">March 13, 2021<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Add a Bird Bath to Your Garden<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Birdbaths are another great way to create a bird-friendly garden. Below are some considerations to make when maintaining a birdbath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Position It Low<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Birdbaths should be easy for birds to access, which is why we recommend <strong>positioning them low rather than high up<\/strong>. In fact, most natural water sources are placed low to the ground, which is what birds look for in nature. Although they look good on bird tables in your backyard, not all birds will use them or be on the lookout for a water source that&#8217;s higher up. Keep it within a foot of the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Birds that are not lucky enough to reach the Florida Keys but land at Garden Key will find one small birdbath running during the spring inside Fort Jefferson, making it their only source of freshwater for hundreds of miles.<br><br>NPS Pic by Rachel DiPietro <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/l4xdBi3eSt\">pic.twitter.com\/l4xdBi3eSt<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Dry Tortugas National Park (@DryTortugasNPS) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/DryTortugasNPS\/status\/1415010867943546884?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 13, 2021<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep the Water Shallow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensure that you keep the water no more than two inches deep because birds don&#8217;t like to bathe in deep water. If you have a deep basin, <strong>add a layer of gravel or stones to the floor<\/strong> to provide a choice of water levels to attract different garden birds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Look at this cute male house sparrow having fun in the bird bath! &#8211; my entry for day 7 of the FAA \/ Pixels Challenge with the theme liquids. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/8yfwHOuRUJ\">https:\/\/t.co\/8yfwHOuRUJ<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/birdwatching?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#birdwatching<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/garden?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#garden<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/birdsphotography?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#birdsphotography<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/NaturePhotography?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#NaturePhotography<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/naturelovers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#naturelovers<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/birds?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#birds<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/Summertime?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#Summertime<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/cute?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#cute<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/FineArtAmerica?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@FineArtAmerica<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/76mmNJVWbd\">pic.twitter.com\/76mmNJVWbd<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Karen Kaspar (@KarenKaspar1) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/KarenKaspar1\/status\/1415316214331682817?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 14, 2021<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Place It Wisely<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your bird bath&#8217;s placement is important for attracting birds. Plus, you want to be able to see garden birds bathing from a commonplace in your home. So if you can see the garden from your living room, <strong>place the bath near the window<\/strong>. This also makes you more likely to keep on top of core maintenance and cleaning. In fact, placing it near a <a href=\"https:\/\/homeswhiz.co.uk\/how-to-fix-a-garden-hose-nozzle\/\">garden hose<\/a> will make your life much easier when you need to top it up with water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, think about having some cover nearby for birds to flee to should they feel vulnerable. Keeping the bath near a tree also encourages birds to use it by making it easier to approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">I am no Lord Lichfield I know, but this is a photo of an actual goldfinch drinking out of my actual bird bath under my apple tree in my actual garden! \ud83d\ude4c\ud83c\udffc <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/goldfinch?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#goldfinch<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/nature?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#nature<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/birdwatching?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#birdwatching<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/excited?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#excited<\/a> \ud83d\udc83\ud83c\udffc <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/uGsYLlr7U2\">pic.twitter.com\/uGsYLlr7U2<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Leanne Woodvine (@LWoodvine) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/LWoodvine\/status\/1416090800438534145?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 16, 2021<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep the Material Bird-Friendly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important that garden birds feel comfortable when using the birdbath to encourage them to return. Although ceramic bases look pretty, birds will feel vulnerable when they bathe on this material because it&#8217;s slippery. Check that the surface inside of the basin isn&#8217;t too reflective or smooth. If so, you can <strong>add some stones to make it safer<\/strong> and more enticing for birds to bathe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\">https:\/\/twitter.com\/StoneForestNM\/status\/1281615641464709121<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep the Temperature Right<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although we mentioned earlier that it&#8217;s good to keep the bath near a hose for easy water access, you don&#8217;t want the water to be too cold. So <strong>place the bath near some shade<\/strong> to keep the temperature just right for birds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\">https:\/\/twitter.com\/MsPolyethylene\/status\/1266479246886780928<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Regularly Clean the Bath<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, your bath needs to be clean with fresh water to keep birds coming back. Many things can fall into the water, such as feathers, insects, food, droppings and more. Every few days, pour out the water and scrub the basin with a soft brush and some soapy water. If there are stains and a buildup of filth in the basin, <strong>clean it with bleach and water<\/strong>. Birds will love a clean bath all year round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Tauhou are such helpful little birds feeding on pest bugs in the garden. I reward them with clean water in the birdbath. <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/Aongatete?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#Aongatete<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/silvereye?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#silvereye<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/NZbirds?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#NZbirds<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/birds?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#birds<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/9wtxUlufhS\">pic.twitter.com\/9wtxUlufhS<\/a><\/p>&mdash; jacqui_aotearoa (@jacqui_aotearoa) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/jacqui_aotearoa\/status\/1308205945911033857?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">September 22, 2020<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Do You Attract Birds?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>And it&#8217;s really as simple as that! 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