#birdbath — Public Fediverse posts

I happened by an a pair of pelicans bathing in the Jordan River Parkway on my bike ride this afternoon.

In ancient Egypt, Henet was a pelican goddess associated with death and the afterlife. She was mentioned in the Pyramid Texts as symbolizing rebirth and protection, including protection against snakes.

#Birds #BirdBath
#BirdPhotography
#Photography
#SLC #Utah 📍

Why a Waiting Branch is the Simple Bird Bath Upgrade Your Garden Birds Need This Summer https://www.allforgardening.com/1923851/why-a-waiting-branch-is-the-simple-bird-bath-upgrade-your-garden-birds-need-this-summer/ #BirdBath #garden #gardening #GettyImages #ObservationDeck #SplashZone

Transform Your Garden with Costco’s Beautiful Copper Birdbath https://www.allforgardening.com/1922301/transform-your-garden-with-costcos-beautiful-copper-birdbath/ #BackyardBirds #birdbath #CopperBirdbath #costco #garden

Tips from Mitchell’s Nursery: How to bring hummingbirds to your garden | Opinion https://www.allforgardening.com/1904511/tips-from-mitchells-nursery-how-to-bring-hummingbirds-to-your-garden-opinion/ #animals #anise #archaeplastida #AucubaJaponica #BirdBath #birds #botany #edgeworthia #evergreen #flower #fruit #garden #gardening #horticulture #hummingbird #hydrangea #HydrangeaMacrophylla #HydrangeaQuercifolia #illicium #IlliciumFloridanum #Kingdoms(biology) #leaf #nectar #Ornithology #ornithurae #plant #plants #SarcococcaConfusa #shrub #speed #Zoology

Nachtrag von gestern,
High Noon am #Vogelbad:

Video, gekürzt...
Bluesky-Link: https://bsky.app/profile/wolfisbirdwatch.bsky.social/post/3mrkg6l5njk2t

#Grünspecht und #Singdrossel(?) arrangieren
sich am Bad bzw. Wasserquelle...

#Garten #Vogel #garden #birds
#birdbath #nature #Natur

Nachtrag von gestern,
High Noon am #Vogelbad:

Der scheue #Grünspecht und
die eigentlich ebenso scheue
#Singdrossel(?) arrangieren
mehr oder weniger gut am
Bad bzw. Wasserquelle...

Insgesamt dauerte die für
beide Seiten offenbar stressige
Szene an die 10 min.

#Garten #Vogel #garden #birds
#birdbath #nature #Natur

Target’s ‘Beautifully Decorated’ Hummingbird Birdbath Is a Dreamy Garden Accent https://www.allforgardening.com/1895449/targets-beautifully-decorated-hummingbird-birdbath-is-a-dreamy-garden-accent/ #birdbath #BreakingTheBank #garden #hummingbird #NatureEnthusiasts #OutdoorSpace #Target

Danish gardener finds thrift-store candleholder, turns it into a vintage-look bird bath https://www.allforgardening.com/1882191/danish-gardener-finds-thrift-store-candleholder-turns-it-into-a-vintage-look-bird-bath-3/ #BirdBath #candleholder #garden #gardener #gardening #ServingDishes #ThriftStore

Danish gardener finds thrift-store candleholder, turns it into a vintage-look bird bath https://www.allforgardening.com/1882185/danish-gardener-finds-thrift-store-candleholder-turns-it-into-a-vintage-look-bird-bath-2/ #BirdBath #candleholder #garden #gardening #ServingDishes #ThriftStore

Amazon’s Handmade Bird Baths Add Instant Charm to Any Backyard https://www.allforgardening.com/1876399/amazons-handmade-bird-baths-add-instant-charm-to-any-backyard/ #AmazonBirdBath #AmazonPetDeals #BackyardBirding #BeeWaterStation #BirdBath #birds #DecorativeBirdBath #FlowerBirdBath #garden #GardenBirdBath #gardening #GardeningUk #MetalBirdBath #PollinatorGarden #shopping #WildBirds

I set up a makeshift bird bath in the garden.
It consists of three old pōhutukawa logs, a plant pot saucer, and a couple of bits of brick to a) give the bees somewhere to perch and b) hopefully keep the saucer from blowing away when less than full.
Three hours after I filled it, the birds began to bathe - first a blackbird, and then a thrush.
#birdbath #garden

Ditch Traditional Bird Baths: The Cute Amazon Find That Doubles As Garden Decor https://www.allforgardening.com/1872406/ditch-traditional-bird-baths-the-cute-amazon-find-that-doubles-as-garden-decor/ #BirdBath #BirdBaths #BirdFeeder #garden #GardenGnomes

Gardeners urged to add 2p coin to birdbaths in the summer https://www.allforgardening.com/1841151/gardeners-urged-to-add-2p-coin-to-birdbaths-in-the-summer/ #algae #animals #AttractBirds #AttractWildlife #BirdBath #birdbath #birds #CleanBirdbath #Cleaning #garden #GardenBirds #gardener #gardening #HowTo #LifeHacks #NaturalCleanBirdbath #wildlife

My bird bath has been vandalized! Damn you democrats! 😡

#birdbath #algae #algaegate #antifa #vandalism #ReflectingPool #thanksobama

Swainson's Thrush (Catharus ustulatus) in Norman, Oklahoma, United States on May 20, 2026

Some of the camera settings I used to make this photo are at: https://www.rsok.com/~jrm/2026May31_birds_and_cats/IMG_5925c_2026may20_thrush.html

#birds #birdbath #wildlife #wildlifephotography #Oklahoma #photography

We're so popular amongst the local #Birds, I joked with hubby about our being a "#BirdAndBreakfast". He laughed and then added, "What about calling it a "#NestAndBreakfast?" Heh...

#GardeningForWildlife #Birding #Birdwatching #BirdBath #SolarPunkSunday

The Right Way to Clean a #BirdBath (and #KeepBirdsSafe)

#BirdBaths can build up with potentially harmful bacteria, pathogens, and algae if not cleaned properly.

By Madeline Buiano
Updated on May 29, 2026

"Bird baths give our feathered friends a peaceful refuge to hydrate and preen, but proper maintenance is needed to keep them welcoming and safe. Since the water in a bird bath is typically stagnant and not naturally filtered as it is in a stream or pond, it can accumulate potentially harmful bacteria and other pathogens. Regular cleaning and water changes help prevent stagnant water that can breed mosquitoes and reduce the spread of disease among birds. Bird baths may need more frequent refreshing during hot weather, periods of algae growth, or times of heavy bird activity.

Cleaning your bird bath—and filling it with fresh water regularly—will ensure it's safe for the birds that drink from it and use it to clean their feathers. Here's how to do it.

How Often to Clean a Bird Bath

How often you clean your bird bath depends on a few factors, including the weather, how frequently it's used, and where it's located. Generally, you should clean your bird bath every two to three days, or more often if the water looks cloudy or dirty. More frequent cleanings may also be necessary if it's hot outside or if the bird bath is under a tree.

"Clean your bird bath more thoroughly every week or so by scrubbing it with a vinegar solution and letting it dry before refilling it," says Tod Winston, a birding guide and urban biodiversity specialist at New York City Bird Alliance.
Materials Needed

Make sure you have these materials on hand before getting started.

- Rubber gloves
- Scrub brush
- Hose or bucket
- Water
- Distilled white vinegar

Steps for Cleaning a Bird Bath

While it's important to replace your bird bath water and rinse away any debris every other day, you should also complete a deep clean of the bird bath once a week, following the steps outlined below.

1. Discard Old Water

Start by putting on a pair of waterproof gloves to protect your hands when cleaning. "Pour out the old bird bath water and large debris into a nearby flower bed or lawn, where it will drain into the soil and not accumulate," says Winston.

2. Rinse and Scrub

Once the dirty water is removed, rinse the bird bath out with a hose or bucket of clean water. Scrub any lingering debris with a brush. Note that the type of brush you use depends on the material of your bird bath.

"For the lightweight plastic basin I use in the WarblerFall, I have learned the hard way that a wire brush, which works well on hard ceramic, will score it badly," says Julie Zickefoose, bird expert and creator of the DIY WarblerFall bird bath. "Algae then gets in the scratch marks, and you can't get it out." For delicate materials, consider a nylon dish scrubber or a cleaning eraser.

3. Clean With Vinegar

Next, mix a solution of 9 parts water and 1 part distilled white vinegar, says Winston. Dip a scrub brush into the cleaning solution and scrub the bird bath, focusing on areas with heavy algae buildup.

Do not use soaps with synthetic ingredients, such as common dish soap, to clean your bird bath, as the chemicals can strip the oils off the bird's feathers.

4. Rinse and Refill

After scrubbing the bird bath, rinse it with water to remove the vinegar solution. "Let it dry in the sun to make sure any remaining vinegar has evaporated," says Winston. Once the bird bath is dry, refill it with fresh water.

Tips for Maintaining a Bird Bath

There are a few measures you can take to reduce how often you need to replace the water in your bird bath and keep it sanitary between deep cleans.

- If possible, place your bird bath in the shade to keep the water cool, reduce evaporation, and slow down the growth of algae and bacteria, says Winston. The best area for a bird bath is near, but not directly under, a low shrub or tree. [Plus it gives the birds a place to perch if someone is already in the bath]
- If your bath has rocks, keep a reserve pile of flat rocks to switch out and set the dirty ones in the hot sun to bake, says Zickefoose.
- Generally, your bird bath water should be no more than 2 inches deep. "Deeper water is less comfortable for smaller birds to wash and preen, and is harder to keep clean," says Winston.
- Always replace old bird bath water completely rather than just adding more water to a dirty bird bath.
- Consider adding a running water feature to your bird bath, either with a fountain or a simple, slow trickle from a hose. "The sound of moving or dripping water is very attractive to birds, and water movement will also discourage mosquitoes from attempting to breed," says Winston."

Source:
https://www.marthastewart.com/how-to-clean-a-bird-bath-11983181

#SolarPunkSunday #BirdHealth #Birdwatching

Anyone with a bird bath in garden urged to act before Friday | UK | News https://www.allforgardening.com/1777958/anyone-with-a-bird-bath-in-garden-urged-to-act-before-friday-uk-news/ #animals #AnyoneWithABirdBathInGardenUrgedToActBeforeFriday #BirdBath #BirdHydration #BirdsInUKGardens #garden #heatwave #HelpingBirdsThisWeek #HotWeather #MetOffice #UKHeatwave

We had the #EastYork #Garden Club over for an impromptu garden tour today. An interoper crashed the party.

#birds #backyard #nature #birdsofmastodon #cardinal #birdbath

"Yeah, I was a-splishin' and splashin'
I was a-rollin' and a-strollin'
Yeah, I was a-movin' and a-groovin'
Woo, we was a-reelin' with the feelin''"

#Bird #BirdBath #Birding #Cute #Wet #BobbyDarin #SplishSplash #CuteAnimals #BirdPhotography

Blue tits flocked to my garden when I made one simple change to my garden https://www.allforgardening.com/1756250/blue-tits-flocked-to-my-garden-when-i-made-one-simple-change-to-my-garden/ #animals #AttractingWildlife #BirdBath #BlueTits #garden #GardenBirds #gardening #HowToAttractBirds #HowToAttractBlueTits #plants

American Robin (Turdus migratorius) in Norman, Oklahoma, United States on February 24, 2026

Some of the camera settings I used to make this photo are at: https://www.rsok.com/~jrm/2026Feb28_birds_and_cats/2026feb24_robin_IMG_5640c.html

#birds #birdbath #wildlife #wildlifephotography #Oklahoma #photography

Anyone with a birdbath needs to pour 1 item in it before spring begins https://www.allforgardening.com/1631098/anyone-with-a-birdbath-needs-to-pour-1-item-in-it-before-spring-begins/ #animals #birdbath #garden #hel #HowToCleanABirdbath #HowToEncourageBirdsIntoGarden #HowToGetMoreBirdsInGarden #HowToGetRidOfBirdbathAlgae #HowToGetRidOfBirdbathMould #HowToHelpBritishBirds #MaintainingABirdbath #Mould