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Give those birds a drink! Let my recommendations help you find the right bath or fountain. You can spend just a few bucks, or get a deluxe solar-powered fountain.
Birds need water as much as food. You can have a basic bath, or go beyond by adding drippers, misters, or waterfalls.
Adding the sound of trickling, dripping or falling water will bring in even more birds -- and it's nice for the homeowner too!
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Basic Baths
API 645 Bird Bath Bowl with Tilt-to-Clean Deck Rail Mounting Bracket
$35.95. Just tilt to dump the water out.
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Amazon Price: $39.95 (as of 07/11/2009) 
Stokes Select Clamp On Bird Bath
$14.99. Attaches to any deck.
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Amazon Price: $24.29 (as of 07/11/2009)
Backyard BasicsTM Bird Bath
$24.95. Made of an easy-to-clean resin material with speckled grey, faux-stone finish. Bowl has a raised center that allows birds to drink and play in both shallow and deeper areas. Attractive pillar form is hollow, allowing you to stabilize with sandbags or rocks. Easy to assemble two-piece design. Bath measures 23 1/2" high and 19" in diameter.
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Cold-Climate Baths
API 300 200-Watt Bird Bath De-Icer
$39.99. A heavy-duty heater for cold climates.
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Amazon Price: $46.37 (as of 07/11/2009)
API 650 Heated Bird Bath with Mounting Bracket
$59.95. Has 120-volt heater built in. Mounts to deck. Just tilt to dump water out.
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Amazon Price: $69.53 (as of 07/11/2009)
Farm Innovators GBD70 Heated Bird Bath with Clamp for Deck Rail Mount
$49.99. Includes a 60 watt heater. Clamps to deck - no drilling needed.
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Amazon Price: $56.95 (as of 07/11/2009)
Go Solar!
Use Solar Power to Heat or Spray the Water
Solar Water Pump and Fountain
$54.99. Use this kit to add a solar-powered fountain to any water feature. Pump is 1.8 watts and water jets approximately 18 inches.
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Solar Birdbath Fountain
$79.99. Dimensions: 18'' wide (basin) by 24'' high. Shipping Weight : 20 lbs. Creates a relaxing atmosphere in your garden, patio or balcony. No wiring or setup required- just add water. Moving water does not become stagnant, deterring mosquitoes from laying eggs.
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STI Copper Birdbath Model 3090
$149.99. Crafted of beautifully spun copper, this fountain sprays a refreshing stream of water with solar generated energy. No plugs and no cords needed. Expect friendly hummingbirds to visit your garden. An integrated solar panel keeps this fountain birdbath self-sustaining. The weathered stone color finish compliments any garden. Dimensions: 30" h.
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Baths with Extras
Winged Aquatics Natures' Spring Bird Bath With Dripper
$43.54. Ground level molded bird bath with a copper dripper. Measures approximately 17" x 25" x 3.5". Can be placed anywhere in the yard and installs in less than 20 minutes. DOES NOT REQUIRE ELECTRICITY.
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Amazon Price: $59.99 (as of 07/11/2009)
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Accessories
API 4WW Water Wiggler Water Agitator for Bird Baths
Discourages mosquitoes. Causes ripples to attract birds. Can be used in heated bath too.
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Amazon Price: $31.37 (as of 07/11/2009)
Waterfalls
Sapphire Falls Garden Waterfall
Currently unavailable, but the listing provides information for you to find it elsewhere online.
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My Set-Up
Here's the fountain shown above (Sapphire Falls by Waterfalls of Nature) that I set up on my deck.The birds really love this. The top two dishes are the perfect depth for small birds, and the bigger birds go to the lowest pool.
I have had chickadees, catbirds, robins, vireos, woodpeckers, cardinals and redstarts visit my bath.
On-Line Stores
- Avian Aquatics
- Great selection of products here.
- Feather and Fountains
- More good stuff here.
Help Scientists As You Watch Birds!
- Project FeederWatch
- Help the ornithologists at Cornell University by sending your feeder data to them! They really need help in the 2006-7 winter season. Just $15 to join the project and provide valuable data on bird abundance. Great for getting kids interested in science!
Gardening to Attract Birds
Natural Gardening for Birds: Simple Ways to Create a Bird Haven (Rodale Organic Gardening Book)
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