Birds will travel great distances to find water. Besides drinking it, they use it for cleaning their feathers for optimal flight and for keeping them free from parasites. Here are a few tips for bringing nature to your backyard.

Start simple by placing a birdbath near a tree or bush. Trees will give the birds a sense of security from predators. Branches provide them a place to perch and preen after splashing in the water. Adding a bird feeder close by will increase the chance of birds seeing the birdbath as they visit your feeder. Read the rest of this entry »