Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder

chippewastud79 · 10-27-2008, 08:51 PM

A spinning Squirrel Stop or a cone over the metal pole that they can't get around.

St. Lou Stu · 10-27-2008, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by chippewastud79

A spinning Squirrel Stop or a cone over the metal pole that they can't get around.

That's kinda what I made... only mine's uglier.

Ya need this.

madurofan · 10-27-2008, 08:56 PM

Maine Coons do a number on squirrels. Might not help with the birds, though.

FriskyDingo · 10-27-2008, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by chippewastud79

A spinning Squirrel Stop or a cone over the metal pole that they can't get around.

I must type slow... that is exactly what I was talking about!

BlackDog · 10-27-2008, 09:11 PM

I've got one of each of these. They work prefectly, ahd them for over 5 years with perfect operation. The perches have springs which are strong enough to keep the feed tray open when there is a bird sitting on it, but not strong enough for the weight of a squirrel. If a squirrel gets on the perch, the tray closes. I paid less than they are listed for here at a local farm supply store.

http://www.duncraft.com/Heritage-Far...r-P383C34.aspx

CoventryCat86 · 10-27-2008, 10:08 PM

I use the Droll Yankee Flipper and Yankee Dipper feeders. The Yankee Flipper has a motorized base so when the squirrels jump on it, it starts spinning and they go sailing, LMAO! One of their factories is in Dayville, CT and I have a friend who works there.

Check out the video on the hyperlink, it's hilarious!
EDIT: For some reason, when I just tried to click the "See Video" link, I got an error message. Hopefully they'll get it fixed sometime soon because like I said, the video had me laughing for quite a while when I saw it.

I have to admit, the darn red squirrels figured out a way to jump on it and grab the holes to stop the base from spinning.

Check out THIS FEEDER on the BestNest.com site. It's electronic and gives squirrels a "jolt." I haven't bought one yet but I plan on it in the very near future.

10-27-2008, 10:21 PM

Only way I've stopped the buggers.

Swampper · 10-27-2008, 11:38 PM

Why don't ya just put up a Squirrel feeder?

CoventryCat86 · 10-28-2008, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Swampper

Why don't ya just put up a Squirrel feeder?

I did that but they get bored with it very quickly and just can't resist the challenge to make trouble and go right back to the bird feeders, I can relate to that, LOL!

Smokin Gator · 10-28-2008, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Ace$nyper

Only way I've stopped the buggers.

^^^^^ Me too. I think they are just plain smarter than I am, but I can pull a trigger!!

tsolomon · 10-28-2008, 05:12 AM

Squirrel baffles work if the feeder is high enough off the ground and not close to any trees or over hanging branches. They are masters of getting into feeders and will invite their buddies to join them. I tried squirrel feeders, but they want the good stuff, so baffles or a more permanent solution is needed.

10-28-2008, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Ace$nyper

Only way I've stopped the buggers.

+1 that way you get to eat 'em too!

Spect · 10-28-2008, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Ace$nyper

Only way I've stopped the buggers.

QFT Those little buggers have all the time in the world they can figure out how to get around any of those other products.

10-27-2008, 08:51 PM	#1
chippewastud79 Fatter than you! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Larry Location: A little place called home. Posts: 5,397 Trading: (44)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder A spinning Squirrel Stop or a cone over the metal pole that they can't get around. __________________ If we weren't supposed to eat animals, then how come they're made of meat? You can never have too many cigars, they are like an investment in good times.

10-27-2008, 08:56 PM	#3
madurofan Random Idiot Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Bill Location: Florida Keys Posts: 146 Trading: (3)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder Maine Coons do a number on squirrels. Might not help with the birds, though. __________________ Better than a Nub Lancero........

10-27-2008, 09:11 PM	#5
BlackDog Gonna make you groove... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Warren Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 2,468 Trading: (19)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder I've got one of each of these. They work prefectly, ahd them for over 5 years with perfect operation. The perches have springs which are strong enough to keep the feed tray open when there is a bird sitting on it, but not strong enough for the weight of a squirrel. If a squirrel gets on the perch, the tray closes. I paid less than they are listed for here at a local farm supply store. http://www.duncraft.com/Heritage-Far...r-P383C34.aspx __________________ "We live in the good of this."

10-27-2008, 10:08 PM	#6
CoventryCat86 Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The North East Posts: 65 Trading: (0)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder I use the Droll Yankee Flipper and Yankee Dipper feeders. The Yankee Flipper has a motorized base so when the squirrels jump on it, it starts spinning and they go sailing, LMAO! One of their factories is in Dayville, CT and I have a friend who works there. Check out the video on the hyperlink, it's hilarious! EDIT: For some reason, when I just tried to click the "See Video" link, I got an error message. Hopefully they'll get it fixed sometime soon because like I said, the video had me laughing for quite a while when I saw it. I have to admit, the darn red squirrels figured out a way to jump on it and grab the holes to stop the base from spinning. Check out THIS FEEDER on the BestNest.com site. It's electronic and gives squirrels a "jolt." I haven't bought one yet but I plan on it in the very near future. Last edited by CoventryCat86; 10-27-2008 at 10:12 PM.

10-27-2008, 10:21 PM	#7
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10-27-2008, 11:38 PM	#8
Swampper Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Indian Territory Posts: 108 Trading: (0)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder Why don't ya just put up a Squirrel feeder?

10-28-2008, 05:12 AM	#11
tsolomon Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: The Villages, FL Posts: 1,248 Trading: (31)	Re: Squirrel Proofing My Bird Feeder Squirrel baffles work if the feeder is high enough off the ground and not close to any trees or over hanging branches. They are masters of getting into feeders and will invite their buddies to join them. I tried squirrel feeders, but they want the good stuff, so baffles or a more permanent solution is needed.