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Best to Baffle Those Peanut Bird Feeders
Since peanuts are a wildly popular treat among many birds – and squirrels too, it’s best to protect peanut bird feeders with a baffle of some sort. If not blocked, the furry little critters can empty a feeder in a matter of hours, and then they go tell all their friends about the fantastic stash they’ve just discovered!Woodpeckers, Blue Jays, Nuthatches, Juncos, Goldfinches, Chickadees, Grosbeaks, Cardinals, Pine Siskins, and Titmice are some birds who enjoy feasting at peanut bird feeders. They’re made to accommodate shelled or whole peanuts in the shell, and I can promise, squirrels covet both kinds.
The large capacity peanut bird feeder shown here hangs from a standard shepherd’s hook. The pole, or straight part is equipped with a metal, wrap-around baffle which prevents squirrels from climbing the pole. Although they still try everyday to reach the feeder, it remains safe from their antics.
Keeping squirrels from any type of bird feeder will save lots of money over time that is spent on seed. Investing in a few quality baffles is definitely worth it!
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Versatile Feeder with Built In Ant Moat
Whether feeding hummingbirds or orioles, the sweet sticky nectar can become a major ant attraction. Once ants discover the nectar, there’s really no way of getting rid of them except to block them with water. An ant moat does just that, prevents the pesky critters from reaching nectar with a small body of water. Ants can not swim, and therefore will not cross water.Some nectar feeders feature a built in ant moat, which is a real advantage to additional accessories. This window feeder even doubles as a seed feeder in colder months, simply by removing the lid. Hanging bird baths can also be used as bird feeders in cold weather, allowing you to offer virtually any treats on the large, platform type feeding area.
Versatile birding accessories like these are ones that may be used year-round to benefit feathered friends. They give you more bang for your buck too!
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The Ultimate Bird Feeder Pole
A great feeding station is one that never needs to be replaced and virtually lasts a lifetime. It’s also one that includes a built in squirrel baffle, so there’s no need for additional accessories. Add four large arms to this that accommodate hanging feeders, birdbaths, or flowers and you get the ultimate bird feeder pole!The Squirrel Stopper is an innovative bird feeder pole that’s available in black or white, and accommodates up to eight feeders, houses, baths or baskets, The pole screws into the ground for added stability, and the all steel construction means it’s rust-proof too. Simple to install, there are no tools required for assembly.
Three stainless steel springs inside the baffle allow it to float up or down, and from side to side, this foils squirrels every time…guaranteed! A little bit of an investment, it’s well worth every penny for a backyard birder’s better experience.
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