What Is A Solar Bird Bath?

!9# What Is A Solar Bird Bath?

How does solar relate to the words solar bird bath? Well, the words are a myth. In otherwords, they do not exist. The dictionary definition for birdbath is an ornamental basin set up for birds to bathe in. Solar is defined as energy from the sun. Since the only ingredient in the item is water, the sun could not be involved.

Do All Birds Feed From Feeders?

Not all birds feed from feeders. One example of this is the robin. The robin plucks worms (usually nightcrawlers) from the soil. However, all birds require water for drinking and bathing.

Solar Pumps

The word, "solar" becomes connected to a bird bath when a small pump is present in the water, either floating or submerged. The pump is electrically powered by the sun. The idea behind the pump is to keep the water fresh by circulation. The water in the bath should be changed daily, irregardless of whether there is an installed pump or not.

Although many retailers use the above words to describe their product, it is literally incorrect. They have put together the two pieces, the bath and solar pump, to serve as a selling point. The pumps are available as a separate item.

Backyard Joy

One of these installed is your backyard will bring you a lot of pleasure. Many birds migrate to the north during the warm months of the year. The number of birds which frequent a bath is astounding and, surprisingly, will teach you all about bird lore. You will become curious and search on the internet and look in books to find out which birds you are viewing. You could even use binoculars to get a close-up view.

Viewing the feathered friends visiting your yard can relieve the stress of your job, entertain you, bring an awareness of how simple life can be and bring you closer to nature.

Types

There are many types which can be discussed at length in a future article. Just to name a few, fountain, achla, ceramic, glass and concrete represent some of the types.

So in summary, a solar bird bath does not exist but you can purchase your item and make it a solar, either as a combo or as separate pieces. Prices run anywhere from .00 to as much as you are willing to pay. The pleasure is derived not from the price but from your birdie visitors. Surely, nature will abound.