Making it a bit better for butterflies.

Take a look at this Giant Swallowtail Butterfly!

This butterfly sure is thirsty. 

Look how fast wings flutter as the butterfly sips water at the River Walk in Hammock Hollow at Bok Tower Gardens.  

I wonder if you and I can do something at our homes to help these butterflies and other important pollinators?

Let's make a pollinator water station!

It's easy!

Get a saucer, bowl, or anything that is shallow and will hold water.

I used the bottom of a chicken waterer that my chickens were no longer using.

Now it is for butterflies and bees!

Fill the shallow container with shells and stones to give the bees and butterflies a place to stand while drinking.

Set outside and add water.

 Remember to freshen the water often.

This is a place to give pollinators a break, not a nursery for baby mosquitos!

Helpful tip: Instead of filling the butterfly water station at the tap and carrying it to where butterflies will enjoy it, set it in the desired location and fill it using a watering can or cup.

Thanks for making it a bit better for bees and butterflies!