The 7 Best Birdbaths to Attract More Birds to Your Yard

It's amazing how a simple birdbath can attract a variety of different feathered friends to your yard year-round. They make bird-watching possible from the comfort of your home and are great for attracting birds of all species.

By installing an outdoor birdbath, you'll find wild birds like hummingbirds, bluebirds and songbirds visiting to get a drink of fresh water. Although bird feeders attract seed-eating birds, not all birds eat seeds, so installing a birdbath is a sure way to get more backyard bird visitors to your landscape.

Adding a water feature in your yard, by way of a birdbath, not only assists your local bird population but pumps up the look of your outdoor decor. A decorative birdbath added to your garden decor makes the location stand out, and you have a wealth of choices when it comes to types of birdbaths. Choices include everything from concrete birdbaths, hanging birdbaths, solar-powered birdbaths, ceramic birdbaths, pedestal birdbaths, and glass birdbaths. There are also heated birdbaths for those living in cold winter climates.

Regardless of your personal preference and design style, there's a birdbath to fit your desires. To assist in making an informed choice, we cover some important considerations when selecting the best birdbath for your needs. We also cover some of the best birdbaths on the market and their key features that will fulfill your (and your feathered visitors') needs.

Selecting the location for the birdbath in advance helps in choosing the best birdbath for your space. Place it in an area where the birds feel safe from predators, like near trees or bushes.

• Ground bird baths are easy to clean and move around and mimic puddles of water.
  
• Deck-mounted types are good for small spaces and give you a viewing area that is close up.
• Wall-mounted bird baths attach to a wall or flat surface. One-piece types are the most popular and come in a wide variety of styles.

The height of the birdbath will determine which type of birds will frequently visit. Shorter bird baths attract larger birds that don't feel as threatened on the ground as smaller birds do. Taller bird baths attract small birds because they have a better view of what's happening around them.

To attract a variety of bird species, choose a birdbath with a height between 1 to 3 feet.

The majority of bird baths are nothing more than an empty basin filled with water, while some fancier types include options to keep the water moving, including those that are solar-powered. They include features like a bubbler, drippers, misters, and water fountains.

Although moving water isn't necessary as long as you regularly change the bird bath's water, it does prevent algae buildup and discourages mosquitos from laying eggs. Water circulation also makes it easier to keep the birdbath clean.

This elegant-looking pedestal bird bath from Alpine Corporation will not only add to your outdoor decor but also attract small and large birds. It's made from durable, weather-resistant polypropylene plastic, so it will last for years. Its green color blends perfectly into the natural environment and it has a pedestal design with a sturdy, scrollwork base where you can plant flowers to add to its good looks.

The shallow basin allows smaller birds to drink and bathe with ease, and its edges are curved, resembling flower petals. Birds can even perch on the polypropylene bird attached to the base.

It holds 5 liters of water and stands 31 inches tall and 20 inches wide. This bird bath is sure to delight you, as well as your winged friends.

If you're looking for a birdbath that plays double-duty as a nighttime light in the garden, consider this model from Best Choice Products. It is a pedestal style made of high-grade PVC and polyresin that is weather-resistant and durable.

The bird bath has two tiers — the bottom one is the basin, which holds 0.8 gallons of water, and the top one is the solar-powered lamp that turns on automatically at night. For added stability, you can fill the hollow pedestal with sand to weigh it down. You can even plant flowers in the wide opening along the pedestal's base.

The birdbath stands 42 inches tall and 20 inches wide. You also have color choices in bronze, green and stone, so you can match your outdoor decor.

This pedestal birdbath from Alpine Corporation offers three tiers for birds to drink and bathe along with an electric fountain that flows over all three tiers. There's no worry about stagnant water with this bird bath.

It's made from durable resin, is weather-resistant, and has a rustic antique green look that blends in with the natural environment (although it's also available in bronze). There's a scrollwork base where you can plant flowers to add more charm to the birdbath, and ground stakes to securely anchor it.

The three bowls are shallow, making them perfect for smaller birds, and the bird bath stands 35 inches tall and 20 inches wide. This is a solid choice for those looking for a combination of a birdbath and a fountain.

This gorgeous ceramic bird bath from Vivaterra features a lock-on top, so there are no worries about it falling off. The exterior is off-white with a weathered finish, and the bowl has an aqua crackle-glazed interior. The wide pedestal base will keep the unit from falling over and has cutouts reminiscent of breeze blocks. This bird bath is hand-fired and hand painted with a frost- and UV-resistant finish.

The wide basin has a diameter of 15.75 inches and a depth of 1.5 inches, making it suitable for small birds. Its wide rim also allows birds to perch easily. The bird bath stands 19 inches tall and will make an attractive focal point in your garden or patio.

This easy-to-use bird bath bowl allows you to do your birdwatching right on your deck. It comes with an adjustable clamp that fits on railings up to 2 inches thick, making it simple to install on a balcony or a deck. The clamp and mount are made from weather-resistant cast iron and are made to last for years. The large polypropylene bowl is durable and easily slips in and out of the mount, which makes cleaning the bird bath a breeze. You can also use the bird bath as a bird feeder.

This space-saving birdbath would also be a great gift for the nature-lover in your life!

Birds come to bird baths year-round, and this heated bird bath from Saillong will keep them warm during the coldest winter days. It is freestanding and thermostatically controlled with an effective deicer and only operates when needed. The electric heating element is fully enclosed, so it's safe for the birds, and has a 120-volt, 75-watt heating element preventing the water from freezing. You simply plug it into an outdoor extension cord and unplug the unit when outdoor temperatures warm.

The bowl holds 1.6 quarts of water and has a 2.5-inch deep center that gets shallower towards the edge. The edge is lined with small holes for the birds to perch. You can easily install the clamp on a deck or balcony and slip the bowl into the attached holder.

This exquisitely hand painted glass bird bath from Better Homes & Gardens is filled with color with its hummingbird and flower design. It's bound to be a beautiful addition to your outdoor decor while keeping your local bird population happy.

The glass bowl is 16 inches in diameter and sits on a foldable, black powder-coated finished iron stand that is 20 inches tall. You simply remove the glass bowl from the stand for easy cleaning. This bird bath will fit nicely on a patio, deck, balcony or shady area of the yard for your viewing enjoyment.