The drought continues to beat down the people and the wildlife in our area. I am filling my backyard bird bath at least 3 times a day--sometimes more. Since plants aren't doing well either, my feeder is also getting a workout. The seeds don't help the parents trying to feed babies as most (other than doves) need protein food sources, but it helps the adults stay alive.
If you don't have a water source for wildlife in your yard, please consider adding some sort of water feature to your yard. If you can't spend the money on a pond or birdbath, a shallow pan will work fine. If you have some sort of water feature in your yard, please keep it full. You'll be doing wildlife a favor and bringing the birds in so you can have the pleasure of watching them.
Good birding!
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I started using the clay saucers made for plant pots as bird baths. I had several so I keep them filled with fresh water daily. I put some rocks in for the smaller birds.
Erma,
Good for you! Yes, adding rocks to your water source is a good idea. Most bird baths are too deep for smaller birds--the rocks help create shallow pools that are more appropriate for the little guys.
Thanks for posting!
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