Squirrel Proof Bird Feeders

Let’s Look at the Yankee Flipper Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder

One of the more popular squirrel proof feeder models is the Yankee Flipper squirrel proof bird feeder or Droll Yankee Bird Feeders. It looks like a typical tube feeder but with an interesting merry-go-round, perch ring feature at the base. The weight activated motor is set off whenever a squirrel sits on the perch, making the perch spin, throwing off the squirrel. Birds don’t set off the spinner and this battery operated model that can be re-charged as needed. It actually is comical to watch squirrels be spinned off the feeder, while at the same time being a humane option for squirrel problems. Read the pros and cons for the Droll Yankee Bird Feeders to see if it’s appropriate for your home or your particular birds. (more…)

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We love them and we hate them. While most of us would agree they are cute little rodents who liven up our backyards, there is no denying they can be a nuisance. Along with the common complaint of wild squirrels stealing bird food, they are also known to chew on wires and move into attics. In an attempt to deal with squirrel problems with bird feeders, the squirrel proof bird feeder was created, with some being more humane than others. Luckily there are effective squirrel proof bird feeders available for purchase and you can disregard some of the more questionable options out there.The following methods of dealing with squirrels are not recommended. (more…)

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Keeping squirrels away with squirrel feeders

If you can’t beat them, join them. Sometimes no matter how well you have tried to squirrel proof your bird feeders, nothing seems to work. You might have to resign yourself to admit your little furry visitor is very clever and determined. In these cases the best idea may be to provide the wild squirrel with it’s own feeding station, his own squirrel feeders. Hopefully if you give him an easy and convenient food supply, he will prefer that to the bird feeder.  There aren’t many humane options for squirrel deterents for bird feeders, so this is definitely something to try.

An easy solution to feed your squirrel is to use a corn spike feeder and place corn cobs in easily accessible locations in your yard. Squirrels enjoy corn and it is inexpensive, buy it in bulk and store it in a metal garbage container. Other squirrel feeder options include using a wire feeder for the corn, a tray style feeder or a squirrel box feeder where the squirrel must lift the lid. Try to place any squirrel feeders as far as possible from your bird feeder to discourage wld squirrels from using the bird feeder. You can easily make your own homemade squirrel feeders or look for a cute design like the one pictured above.

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