Use misters Often, hummingbirds prefer flying through or sitting under a gentle spray. "A moving water feature such as a mister, dripper, or solar fountain might do the trick," Parkins says.

Read more: 9 Birds You Do Not Want To See In Your Yard How To Make A Hummingbird Water Fountain If you can't find one at the thrift store, you'll need to buy a pump to keep the water moving.