We read somewhere recently that birds have a hard time finding water in the winter. They can eat snow if they have to, but people can help the birds by putting out a little water for them. Clean feathers keep birds warmer than dirty feathers, so they need water to bathe in as well as to drink. This morning, Grant and I put out a container of water. In less than 2 minutes, we had around 7 or 8 robins fighting over the water! Until this morning, we had not been able to attract the robins to our backyard. Water did the trick! If you are trying to attract more birds to your yard, try putting out a little water. The birds will thank you!
