A solar bird bath as a yard decoration in your garden attracts birds to your backyard. Some solar bird baths have options such as lighting for using during the night. It is an outdoor water fountain because of splashing water, and you can install a heater into the unit to prevent the water from freezing in the winter.
Some solar bird baths are considered self-contained because they have solar panels already integrated into the unit. Another type of solar bird bath has the solar panel separate from the unit but attached with a thin wire. The self-contained bird bath needs to be placed in an area that receives ample sunlight so the solar panel can absorb the sun’s energy. The other types can be in a shady area as long as the solar panel is able to reach the sunlight.
The solar bird bath is more popular today because it also allows the movement of the water. They only will operate when the solar panel is directly in the sunlight; they most likely will not run on overcast or rainy days unless you have the option of being able to install a small battery pack into the solar panel. This allows the bird bath to be moving water not only during cloudy days but also during the evening. The bird bath pump is under water to prevent damage so you need to keep any debris out of the water for it to work properly. If you live in a cold climate, you will need to protect the pump from freezing in the winter.
The benefits of a solar bird bath include no energy costs because they use the sun’s energy for power, no operating costs, and they can easily be moved from one area of the yard or garden to another. The bird baths that are self-contained do not require any installation. Very little installation is needed for the units that have the solar panel attached by a wire.
The solar water fountain, whether it is self-contained or not, is also considered a bird bath because the birds are able to see that the water is splashing or moving about. Some wild birds are also attracted to the sounds that the water makes. If you really want to attract birds to your backyard environment, you not only need to supply them with shelter and food but also water. There are a several solar powered bird baths available today, and many resemble a water fountain or a bird bath. Keeping the water moving is not only beneficial to attracting the birds, but it also prevents the water from standing still and becoming stagnant. Remember, stagnant water attracts mosquitoes so they can lay their eggs, and I am sure you do not want those pesky insects around.
A solar bird bath that is heated not only keeps the water from freezing in the winter, but it is better for the birds because it is important they keep their feathers clean especially in winter. For those of you living in cold climates who want to have bird baths, the solar heated bird baths are best for both you and the birds.
The solar bird bath provides all family members and friends an outdoor adventure. It is fascinating to watch the birds come in for a drink, frolic in the water or just bathe. This is a way for young children to learn how the birds are able to take care of themselves.
