How to Prevent Small Worms in Birdbaths
Birdbaths are great ways to attract birds to a yard or garden. Birds not only eat insects around your home, but they are interesting to observe. If you are using a birdbath to bring birds to your home, take preventative measures so the birdbath doesn't become infested with small worms or mosquito eggs.
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Instructions
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Keeping Worms Out of a Birdbath
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Empty the water in your bird bath every two to three days.
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Scrub the birdbath with a scrub brush and water to remove algae.
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Fill the birdbath with fresh clean water.
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Place a water wiggler in the birdbath.
Installing a Dripper or Mister
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Screw the Y-valve directly to an outside faucet.
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Wrap the two hooks near the top of the dripper or mister around the outside edge of your birdbath.
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Adjust the needle valve by turning it to the left to regulate water flow.
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Tips & Warnings
There is no need to add chemicals or soap if you keep your birdbath clean.
Misters prevent worms, but they use a lot of water. It is more environmentally friendly to go with a water wiggler or a dripper.
