What are the advantages of a solar bird bath over a regular one?
They are better at attracting birds to your garden because the solar powered pump keeps the water constantly moving. The birds have eyesight which can see changes in motion at great distance but they don’t see still water so well. So they’ll notice your solar bath much more easily! Also, as mentioned, you get the pleasure of moving water (which may or may not include a fountain, depending on which model you choose) without the hassle of plumbing or electricity – which also gives you absolute freedom of placement. If you choose a regular bath with no pump, it is essential that you clean it out at least every three days. Water that stands still for any longer than that can become a breeding place for mosquitoes which can carry West Nile Virus. This could be very dangerous for you and the birds that come to your garden. What is West Nile Virus ? It can cause fever, headache, tiredness, and body aches, sometimes with a skin rash (on the trunk of the body) and swollen lymph glands. The illn
