How to make a bird splash
A simple project to keep your birds properly watered this summer.
Published: May 21, 2015 at 8:06 am
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All illustrations by Alan Batley
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Dig a hole and sink a plastic bucket so the rim is just protruding above ground level.
2
Fill the bucket with bricks, then place pebbles on the top for the birds to perch on.
3
Plant ivy or another type of evergreen around the rim of the bucket to conceal it.
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Fill the bucket with clean water, and enjoy watching your birds splashing around.
Authors
Sarah McPhersonFeatures editor, BBC Wildlife Magazine
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