News — Squirrel-Proof

Choosing the Right Type of Bird Feeder

Posted by Melissa Mayntz

It can be overwhelming to choose a new bird feeder. What style is best? How big should it be? How many feeding ports are needed? What capacity is ideal? Carefully considering your backyard birds and how you want to create a feeding station can help you choose the right type... Read More

How to Use a Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeder

Posted by J. Sundberg

Squirrel-proof bird feeders are highly effective, but only when used properly. Learn how to optimally set up your squirrel-proof bird feeder, and additional tactics that can help ward off squirrels.

A Guide to Feeding Squirrels in the Backyard

Posted by Aimee Willems

Some people work hard to keep squirrels away from their bird feeders, but have you ever considered feeding them as well? In this quick guide, we'll show you how it's done.

Bear-Proofing Your Bird Feeders

Posted by Melissa Mayntz

Bears have been known to raid bird feeders, stealing seed, suet or other bird foods. Learn how to keep bears away from your bird feeders.

Baffle the Squirrels at Your Bird Feeder [With a Squirrel Baffle]

Posted by J. Sundberg

Are squirrels raiding your bird feeder? Learn how to use a squirrel baffle to deter them, and select the right type of baffle for your feeder.

Deterring Raccoons from Your Bird Feeders

Posted by Christina Lorenzen

Are raccoons stealing seed from your backyard bird feeders? Learn how to deter them with these six easy tips to keep raccoons out of bird feeders.

How to Keep Chipmunks Out of Bird Feeders

Posted by Melissa Mayntz

Chipmunks, like squirrels, can be a problem if you keep bird feeders. Learn how to save bird seed by following these simple chipmunk deterring tips.

Why Birds Are Immune to the Burn of Hot Peppers

Posted by J. Sundberg

Birds can eat hot peppers without feeling the same heat that people do. Because of this, birds are the perfect seed distributors for hot peppers.

How to Successfully Squirrel-Proof Your Bird Feeders

Posted by MoreBirds.com

Learn to squirrel proof your feeder while still feeding the birds! Squirrels can really take the fun out of bird feeding. They are so clever and relentless and sometimes it seems that they’re smarter than most other animals.

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