We all enjoy hearing the birds singing every morning. Their day begins before we even wake up. And they are usually the first thing we hear everyday, aside from our alarm clocks. Because birds are such beautiful singers and are magnificent looking as well, many people enjoy creating a backyard area dedicated to providing necessities for the birds.

The first things we tend to consider when providing things for birds are bird feeders. It is actually quite difficult to stick with just one bird feeder as well. Once you have just one feeder, more birds start coming and the temptation to add more feeders to accommodate more birds grows. So we eventually end up with several different bird feeders to provide for different varieties of birds and offering various kinds of food.

One thing we tend to forget about is a backyard fountain or bird bath. Birds love to have a source of water available so they are able to clean their wings to achieve proper flight condition. Though, there are a few requirements birds have when it comes to the water source. First, it must be in an open location to keep an eye out for predators. Second, it must have nearby bushes or trees for quick escape in case a predator is spotted.

The wonderful thing about having a fountain in your backyard is that you have a source of water for the birds and you can relax in the sounds the fountain makes. It also is a beautiful addition to your backyard. You will enjoy watching the birds at play in the water. This makes for a great backyard experience.

You will also enjoy the sounds the fountain will make. It is very relaxing to listen to the water making a splashing sound as it comes down from the top of the fountain. It is fun to watch the birds come to the fountain to drink and bathe.

You really need to protect your backyard fountain from extreme cold in the winter. Most fountains are made of cement or fiberglass, and the extreme cold can cause these fountains to crack, so be sure to cover it with a plastic bag or tarp throughout most of the winter. With a little care, your fountain should last for many years of enjoyment, both for you and for your bird visitors.

Molly has been writing about birds for over 10 years. Please visit her latest website about backyard birds at Backyard Bird Feeders, with information about bird feeding stations, as well as many more interesting backyard bird discussions.

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