The Best Bubbling Birdbaths to Keep Mosquitoes Away

Summertime has a lot of perks, from extra-long days to homegrown tomatoes. However, summer also brings pesky insects, including the dreaded mosquito. Mosquitoes are the deadliest animal on the planet. Vector-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, yellow fever, and Zika are primarily spread by mosquitoes, causing more than 700,000 human deaths annually. And mosquitoes that aren’t vectors of disease inflict painful bites that will leave you scratching yourself silly.

There are a variety of ways to keep these deadly insects at bay, but removing all sources of stagnant water from your yard is perhaps the best, as standing water provides a breeding ground for mosquitoes. While birdbaths that receive frequent water changes and regular visitors aren’t a problem, less active birdbaths can provide a fertile mosquito breeding ground. Fortunately, it’s a simple fix with these seven bubbling birdbaths.

Solar Bubbler Hanging Glass Birdbath

This hanging birdbath from The Birdhouse Chick features a 12-inch diameter glass bowl that is 4 inches deep. A solar-powered pump keeps the water moving. The solar panel comes with a 10-foot-long cord that can be placed in full sun, while your birdbath stays cool in the shade. The customer reviews convinced me to choose this birdbath. Reviewers are extremely satisfied and frequently praise The Birdhouse Chick’s exceptional customer service. Check out the Solar Bubbler Hanging Glass Birdbath ($149) and all of the other fun garden accessories The Birdhouse Chick has to offer.

Solar Ceramic Bird Fountain

This little recirculating birdbath from Duncraft, based in New Hampshire, will increase your backyard bird traffic. Perfect for smaller spaces, including balconies, decks, and patios, the basin measures 14.5-by-13.5 inches with a depth of 2.5 inches. The pump operates via solar power from a remote panel with a 10-foot-long cord. The panel does not have battery storage, so the fountain feature doesn’t work from dusk to dawn. No worries, however, as this period doesn’t provide enough time for mosquito larvae to hatch. This charming ceramic birdbath from Duncraft can be yours for $139.95.

Backyard Stone Art Concrete Lotus

Backyard Stone Art’s concrete lotus flower birdbath is exactly what your outdoor space needs. The lotus flower is 3 inches wide and 1.5 inches tall, while the bowls (available in two styles) have an 8-inch diameter and a depth of 2.5 inches. Backyard Stone Art also gives you the choice of a solar-powered or an electric pump. Five-star reviews praise the product’s craftsmanship, rapid shipping, and careful packaging. The lotus flower fountain, starting at $40, is but one of Backyard Stone Art‘s artful yard decor items.

Hand-Sparkled Bird Bath

Mountain Art Concepts (MAC), located in Big Bear Lake, California, has designed a simple yet effective birdbath. Using commercial-grade polycarbonate, MAC creates 10-inch and 12-inch bowls, which are then hand-sparkled with MAC’s signature blend of royal blue sparkle. The bowl isn’t the only thing that sparkles! After dark, LED lights create a mesmerizing display across the moving water. MAC’s customers love their purchases, citing the beauty and quality of the product. MAC‘s Hanging Solar Water Fountain is $89.31 (10-inch) or $105.35 (12-inch).

Birdbath with Solar-Powered Pump

Launched in 2021, ArkEarth is on a mission to save pollinators, including bees, butterflies, moths, and bats. This Texas-based organization creates habitats that attract and support pollinators through the use of beehives, bat houses, native plantings, and water. ArkEarth also provides educational resources and consulting services to ensure that their efforts are successful. You can feel good about supporting this worthy organization with the purchase of their birdbath. Although the bowl appears to be made of weathered copper, it’s actually made of lightweight resin. The bowl is 24 inches in diameter with a depth of 5 inches, and sits atop a 31-inch tall pedestal. The solar-powered pump does not have battery backup and will shut off at dusk. In addition to the birdbath ($85.95), ArkEarth has many products that will attract pollinators to your yard.

Copper Water Lily

This exquisite copper water lily birdbath fountain will elevate your garden space while keeping mosquitoes away. Handcrafted in Deer Park, Washington, by Pail to Petal, this functional work of art fits into most standard birdbaths, though the pump requires a minimum water depth of 2.5 inches. The copper flower has a 12-inch diameter and is 6.5 inches high, but it can be made to order in either a shorter or taller size. Pail to Petal‘s lily fountain, $165, comes with the option of either a square cement base or a copper pipe base.

Birdfy Bath Pro

A former neighbor has a Birdfy feeder, and she always sends me photos and movies of her birds. It’s a dandy feature, to be sure. The Birdfy Bath Pro features the same video technology, plus a birdbath that keeps the water moving. The Birdfy Bath Pro is powered by an integrated solar panel with rechargeable batteries, as well as a 9000mAh backup battery. The Bath Pro camera features a dual-lens with a hydrophobic coating that repels water, ensuring a clear view of your backyard flock. The Birdfy Bath Pro comes with all sorts of extras to enhance your experience, from a bird recognition app to instant notifications when a bather approaches. Check out the Birdfy Bath Pro, starting at $239.99, as well as Birdfy’s other swell merch.