Perfectly placed
Above: Position is a key factor in ensuring that your birdbath gets used. Firstly, place it in a shady part of the garden, as this will keep the water fresher and cooler and reduce the amount of evaporation on hotter days. Secondly, opt for a location that offers plenty of shelter. Bathing is a vulnerable time for birds, as they are focused on preening rather than predators. Choose a spot close to trees and prickly bushes, which will offer a safe space for the birds to survey the scene before bathing and escape to if necessary.