5 Ways Your Bird Bath Could Be Killing Wild Birds

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00:00Five ways your birdbath could be killing wild birds.

00:04Risk of drowning.

00:06Steep, slippery sides and deep water can trap small birds.

00:09Add shallow edges, stones, or ramps to ensure easier and safer escape routes.

00:15Spread of disease.

00:17Unclean birdbaths harbor bacteria, viruses, and parasites.

00:21Stagnant droppings-laden water spreads salmonella, trichomoniasis, pox, and West Nile virus.

00:28Chemical exposure.

00:30Nearby pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers can contaminate water, harming birds' health and reproduction.

00:38Prevent runoff and relocate baths.

00:41Predation risk.

00:42Birdbaths attract predators like cats and hawks, place them in open areas, away from cover, and elevate them when possible for safety.

00:50Impact on migration patterns.

00:52Reliable artificial water may delay migration, complicating seasonal food and habitat access,

00:57potentially disrupting natural ecosystem balance.