squirrel proof feeders
When your yard is covered with snow, the easiest way to enjoy feeding birds is to simply toss seed out on the ground... it's the lazy person's way to bird feeding. But it's much better for the birds to get their treats from a more formal - built for the purpose - bird feeder, off the ground.
Regardless of the time of year, bird food that that spends even a short time on the ground is susceptible to contamination from animal droppings, bacteria, dampness, mold, and lawn chemicals. But there's no written rule that says bird feeders have to be fancy.
Once the love of bird watching takes hold, you'll find yourself looking for feeders that bring a wide variety of birds and a smaller population of resident squirrels. Fortunately, or unfortunately once you actually begin the shopping experience, there's a huge variety of manufactured bird feeders for you to choose from. Some cater to only small birds, some serve peanuts, some hold thistle, some hold suet, and others hold enough seed that you only fill them once a week. Feeders also vary dramatically in quality and durability, as well as bird safety.
Selecting the "right" squirrel proof bird feeder comes down to a handful of considerations: the type of birds you want to attract; the intended feeder placement; the quality you desire; the aesthetics or appearance of the feeder; the ease of cleaning and caring for it; and, last but not least, the squirrel-proof nature of the feeder.
All else being equal, if your feeder is constantly raided by squirrels, you'll be robbed of your original intention... to enjoy the peaceful pastime of bird watching. Those cute little rodents will take over your feeders, scare away the birds, and eat all your seed, not to mention the fact that they will destroy your feeders in the process. To keep squirrels out of your feeders takes a combination of the right bird feeder design, and thoughtful placement to escape their tenacious ingenuity and incredible athletic ability.
So how do you make the "right" bird feeder choice?
Placement - Pick a location that has easy year-round accessibility; consider the "mess factor" around any bird feeder; choose a view that is rewarding for you; and find a place that doesn't aid the squirrels. Remember... squirrels can jump 4 to 6 feet vertically and 6 to 8 feet horizontally
Quality - Design, durability and craftsmanship have some relationship to price. The better the materials going in, the better the final product and its lifespan. Decide how much you want to spend and go with a reputable manufacturer known for building durable products for a fair price.
Aesthetics - Looks are a matter of personal taste. Personally, I'm not as concerned about how a feeder looks as how the birds will like it.
Maintenance - Pay attention to what it takes to clean your feeder. Some are easy and some are designed as though they will never have to be opened up and cleaned... but they will.
Squirrel-Proof Design - The only sure way to know if any bird feeder is successful in repelling squirrels is to look at the feedback of previous customers. Every manufacturer claims their feeders are squirrel-proof, but few truly are. Amazon.com has the most customer contributions on this topic if you have time to wade through them.
If you don't have that kind of time, check out the feeders and customer feedback already researched for their success at the Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder Store
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