Solar Bird Bath FAQs

Bird baths have been used for centuries to bring an extra touch of whimsy to homes and gardens. Today, solar bird baths not only offer the aesthetic benefits of traditional bird baths, but a few practical ones that will keep your yard beautiful and provide health and safety for the birds that visit it.

Why solar is better

Solar bird baths do not require the plumbing or wiring that other moving fountains demand. That's because they're powered by a small solar panel inside the bowl that's connected to a pump in the reservoir hidden in the solar bird bath's base. This solar panel requires little sunlight because it only needs to circulate the water in the bowl.

There are many benefits to owning a bird bath with moving water. One is that birds will be attracted to the motion of the water in your solar bird bath, and this will draw them from greater distances.

Perhaps more importantly, by preventing water stagnation, a solar bird bath will be less likely to become a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Mosquitoes can be even more of a nuisance to birds than they are to humans, particularly since thousands of birds succumb to the West Nile virus that can be carried by mosquitoes. Using a solar bird bath means you're doing all you can to protect the birds that add so much beauty and life to your home.

Maintaining your solar bird bath

Solar bird baths require the same regular cleaning and care as traditional bird baths. Cleaning your solar bird bath consistently will keep it presentable and appealing to the eyes of both humans and birds.

Over the winter months, you can keep your solar bird bath in a shed or storage area for complete protection. If you choose to keep your solar bird bath outside in colder weather, remove the solar panel from inside the bowl to prevent any damage.