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Small Pond for Birds |
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Water is an important addition at your bird-feeding station. Dishes and bird baths are wonderful but adding some running water is really an effective way to attract birds. |
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It's easy to make a small pond like this one. A formed liner from the garden centre or home-supply store was placed into a wooden frame on the sun deck. A small electric pump was installed to supply flowing water which tumbles down from a pile of rocks. This is a great addition for both the birds and the bird watchers! |
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Even the tiny Rufous Hummingbird likes to bathe.
The sound of trickling water is very inviting. |
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By placing rocks of different sizes in various places, your visitors can find a suitable spot for their needs. On the left a Chipping Sparrow finds a comfortable depth while on the right a White-crowned Sparrow seeks out another perfect spot. |
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Since all birds need water to drink or bathe in, many species that don't come readily to bird feeding tables will come to a water source. Here an inquisitive female Cedar Waxwing carefully checks out the pond. |
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An Orange-crowned Warbler, a beautiful summer visitor, also finds a comfortable depth for a quick bath and a splash about. |
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The running water also attracts a Red Crossbill seen here checking over the wooden side to make sure all is well.
It is really enjoyable watching the birds have a good splash around and some fun! |
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