With a bout of scorchio weather on the horizon, many of us will be flocking to beer gardens and dusting off the sun loungers this weekend.

However not everyone thrives on these bright, hot days.

Dry, sunny weather can take its toll on local wildlife like birds, hedgehogs, mice and foxes, many of of which struggle to find the sources they need to stay hydrated and stay alive in summer.

But don’t despair. There is something you can do to help your local wildlife – and even bees.

Leaving a shallow bowl of water in your garden or driveway will help local animals get the nutrients they need and keep the ecosystem thriving.

Putting water out does more than quench thirst

Water is essential for wildlife to thrive, “but it isn’t just for drinking,” according to The Wildlife........

© HuffPost