This Bird Bath Does Something Amazing – Its Built-In Camera Identifies Every Bird That Visits Your Yard
This smart bird bath turns your yard into a birdwatching station
With scorching summer heat still blazing on, there's one invaluable thing you can add to your yard for wildlife: a bird bath. Not only does it provide a vital water source for birds to keep cool and hydrated, it's also enjoyable to observe.
There are so many bird baths available on the market (including many stylish bird baths for every outdoor aesthetic), but my latest find allows you to watch charming birds up close and even identify them: Birdfy's smart bird bath on Amazon. Just like Birdfy's smart bird feeders (available at Walmart), this bird bath has an integrated camera to capture adorable HD footage of feathered visitors for you to watch on your phone.
I love the fact it includes a solar fountain to create movement in the water, attracting a wider range of birds like hummingbirds. 'The camera quality is very good [...] the close-up shots from the second camera really captures great detail of my little visitors,' one reviewer shares. This clever design means you can place the bird bath in a quiet corner and watch from a distance without disturbing the birds. Even more exciting, it's currently 14% off, so now is the time to get your hands on one.
The Birdfy smart bird bath has a dual-lens camera that captures a wider shot and close ups, automatically tracking any birds that visit. The Birdfy app uses AI to identify the birds and stores sharp 2K recordings for you to watch back. It also has a solar-powered fountain, which has three different nozzles and five water patterns to choose from.
Why Shoppers Love It
The Birdfy smart bird bath has a dual-lens that captures wider shots and tracks movement for real-time viewing, notifying you through the app of any activity.
'[The] cameras provide a great view (and sound) of the birds,' one five-star reviewer writes.
'This [camera] automatically tracks the action, and can also be controlled manually through the phone app. The app is easy to use and allows notifications to be turned on or off,' another shopper adds.
The camera is solar-powered, alongside the integrated fountain. For those wanting to attract hummingbirds in particular, this is a great feature as hummingbirds prefer mist over still water.
'The solar-powered pump works great in direct sunlight – you will need to choose the best topper for the fountain based on the birds you are trying to attract, I went with the flower as it allows for drinking directly from the stream of water,' a reviewer explains, in reference to the different nozzles and water patterns available.
'Some of them occasionally cause water to splash on the camera lens, partially obscuring the view,' one shopper warns. But, it's just a case of trialling the different settings to find the one that works for you.
As for installing the Birdfy smart bird bath, shoppers say, 'The set up was pretty easy, and it seems sturdy.'
You can also opt for the Birdfy smart bird bath without the stand (available on Amazon). This ground-level option allows you to place the bird bath on garden steps, tables, on a balcony, or nestled in planting.
Perhaps the one downside to note is that direct sun is needed for the camera and fountain to work consistently, limiting where you can place your bird bath.
Nevertheless, there is the option to charge the camera manually if you're struggling to provide sufficient sunlight:
'[The] camera is easy to remove from the bath if additional charging is needed,' one shopper explains. Though, the fountain will still need direct sun to operate.
The basin is also easy to remove so you can clean your bird bath and maintain it without any fuss – essential for the health of the birds visiting your yard.
Of course, at $349.99 this bird bath is an investment. But, this is justified by the fact it allows you to observe birds and capture footage to keep. Plus, the AI-identification feature provides an additional service, so you can find out more about the wildlife in your garden.
Not to mention, the Birdfy smart bird bath is currently discounted to $299.99, so now is a good time to snatch it up.
What to Shop
This solar fountain can be placed in a bird bath to create movement in the water.
Use these floating pollinator islands in your bird bath to provide access for bees and butterflies.
This wild bird food is a mix of nutritious seeds and grains to energize birds that visit your yard.
No matter what kind of bird bath you have in your yard, there are a few bird bath mistakes to avoid to ensure it stays a safe and sanitary for wildlife. This includes not cleaning it regularly or refilling it during hot, dry spells.
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