In the Sonoran Desert heat, natural water sources vanish, and birds face soaring temperatures and dwindling insects. But with just a few strategic additions—water, shelter, food—you can make your outdoor space a critical refuge. That verdin was proof that in summer, your property can mean life or death for feathered friends.

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