Squirrels will usually help themselves to the contents of your bird feeders. They are quite greedy and not only feed, but carry away the food to be hoarded. There are several types of anti-squirrel birdfeeders. Some Birdfeeders have perches that collapse under the weight of anything heavier than a bird. Caged bird feeders are often designed so that birds can easily go through the cages mesh, but the squirrels cannot reach the seed inside. Another way of detracting the squirrels is to add crushed red pepper flakes to the seed. Don’t worry, the capsaicin does not irritate the birds.
The placement of your bird feeder can also prevent squirrels from getting the seed. Or you can try baffles to prevent squirrels from getting a good foothold above or below the bird feeder. Just keep in mind that squirrels are very acrobatic and persistent. They often find a way to overcome any device you try. Watching them try can be quite amusing!
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