The physical barrier is probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think of keeping squirrels out of your bird feeder. Ideally, after a barrier is applied, your bird food will be easy to get ...

There's nothing more frustrating than filling your bird feeder only to watch squirrels swoop in, scare off the birds, and devour every last seed. If you're tired of playing defense against these bushy ...

Squirrel-proof. Google it and you get nearly a half-million possibilities. Search it on Amazon and you get more than 3,200 product listings. There’s a lot of interest in anything that promises to give ...

What do you get when you combine a shepherd’s hook meant for hanging plants with a short length of shiny stovepipe, a one-gallon plastic pot, a small metal hose clamp and a foot-long piece of wire?

Having a well-placed baffle (green cone attachment on bottom of picture) keeps squirrels from climbing up and getting to the feeder. Earlier this week I put out the call for advice on how to keep ...

I live near a woodland, and one of the biggest issues I have with my bird feeder is trying to keep squirrels off it. These cheeky creatures will often dominate my bird feeder, stealing resources away ...

The feeders are up and your feathered patrons are gracing your establishment in droves. There seems to be the right balance of "types" and "kinds," and not too many blue jays. Life is good and all's ...

The feeders are up and your feathered patrons are gracing your establishment in droves. There seems to be the right balance, and not too many blue jays. Life is good and all's right with your world.

A few simple steps can keep your bird feed going to its intended recipients instead of those puffy-tailed sneaks. By John Alexander Published Jul 26, 2025 1:00 PM EDT We may earn revenue from the ...