How to Make a DIY Solar Bird Bath

Heat waves are not only dangerous for humans but also for animals and birds. During summer, it is difficult for them to find water in cities. Let us make a solar DIY birdbath fountain to give them some relief from heat.

How to Make a Solar DIY Birdbath Fountain

A solar bird bath fountain not only appeals to the birds but also enhances the beauty of your garden. By using these simple steps provided below let us begin.

Step 1: Gather the Tools and Materials Listed Below

• Stapler
• Two big buckets (3 and 5 gallons)
• Waterproof fabric (cement bags can also do the job)
• Cement mix
• Solar-powered water fountain (preferably the floating type)
• Flat rocks
• Sticky clear plastic to cover the solar panels of the pump

Step 2: Creating the Mold for the Birdbath Bowl

1. Take the buckets and put the 3-gallon one inside the 5-gallon bucket. 
2. Now drape the waterproof fabric over the bigger bucket so that the fabric rests on the smaller bucket placed inside. The shape of the fabric should look like a saucer.  
3. Staple the fabric with the bigger bucket so that it will stay in place when concrete is poured in. Your bowl mold is now ready.

Note: Do keep in mind that it should be a shallow bowl, so adjust the fabric accordingly before stapling.

Now you can reimagine birdwatching with the solar-powered Smart Bird Buddy Feeder

Step 3: Crafting the Birdbath Bowl

1. Take the flat rocks and place them on the fabric covering the entire space. Start with the bigger ones in the middle first and work your way to the rim with smaller rocks.
2. Prepare your cement mix and slowly pour it over the rocks covering them with a thick layer. Let it rest so that the structure hardens. Do not start shaping in the beginning.
3. After it has hardened a bit, take more of the cement and smear it on the bowl, shaping it further to the brim. You can add more rocks to the brim to have a proper definition. 

Step 4: Installing the Solar Water Pump

1. Check your construct after 3 days; it should harden well. Carefully de-mold it by unwrapping the fabric, if any part breaks near the rim you can use superglue.
2. Place the bowl in a proper spot away from human proximity and ensure it is well-balanced. Fill your bowl with water to around 90%.
3. Take the clear plastic sheet and attach it to the solar panels. This is done because as the water pump is floating the birds will land on the panels and may scratch up the panels.
4. As the sun shines directly over the pump it should start sprinkling water and the birds can enjoy their spa day.

You can also try other easier methods shown in this video.

Bonus Tip: To make the solar water pump stationary in solar DIY birdbath fountain

The floating solar water pump may not stay centered in the birdbath at all times. To solve that you can use 3 or 4 large pebbles to keep it locked in place.

Yes, we cannot reverse the damage already done to the ecosystem. However, we should be considerate to take necessary measures to help animals and birds in every possible way.

By following these steps, it is easy to create a solar DIY birdbath fountain that can provide the birds with a source of relief on hot summer days. However, remember to always change the water frequently to prevent stagnation as it can become a breeding ground for mosquito eggs. Clean water will attract birds more and they will always visit you delighting you with their presence.

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