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severe winter weather, but the natural basins will 
certainly prove a great attraction for winter birds as 
well as for summer residents. ‘The common iron or 
Fie. 7.— A FLOATING BIRD BASIN. 
cement fountains and basins found in gardens and 
parks attract but few birds, because their sides are 
generally steep and slippery, and the water is too 
deep. 
