Hydration Heroes: Birdbaths They'll Love

Fresh & Cool

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Place a birdbath in a shaded area

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Icy Treat

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DIY Mister

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Shady Snacks: Keeping Food Cool

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DIY Shade Cover

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Keep an eye out for birds in distress. If you see a lethargic or dehydrated bird, contact a wildlife rehabilitation center.

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Hydration Heroes: Birdbaths They'll Love

Fresh & Cool

Birds need clean, cool water to stay hydrated. Place a birdbath in a shaded area and refill it daily.

Place a birdbath in a shaded area

Icy Treat

Beat the heat with a few ice cubes in the birdbath.

DIY Mister

Feeling creative? Set up a mister near the birdbath for a refreshing spray zone.

Shady Snacks: Keeping Food Cool

Direct sunlight heats up birdseed quickly. Move feeders to shaded areas under trees or awnings.

DIY Shade Cover

Keep an eye out for birds in distress. If you see a lethargic or dehydrated bird, contact a wildlife rehabilitation center.