Ideas to Unearth Ideal Squirrel Proof Bird Feeders

There are hundreds of squirrel proof bird feeders, but do any of them actually work? Squirrels are intelligent, acrobatic, capable of leaping distances of almost 12 feet and intent on eating your lovingly placed bird seed - making them a challenging nemesis to keep out of your backyard bird feeder.

Because squirrels are not only drawn to bird feeders but also repel the birds, do damage to the feeders and eat up all the bird seed, they're often a major nuisance for backyard bird watchers. So, if you're looking for great squirrel proof bird feeders that actually work, keep reading.

The Squirrel Buster Plus

The Squirrel Buster Plus looks like a simple tubular feeder. However, its small, circular perch is actually weight-sensitive. So, when a squirrel jumps on, the platform will lower and close the feeding doors at the same time. Eventually, the squirrels get frustrated and leave. It's very effective, doesn't require batteries and is quite affordable at $49 retail.

The Suet Sandwich

If you love listening to and watching woodpeckers, then the Suet Sandwich is the perfect solution to keep your winged friends well fed and the squirrels out. The feeder works by encasing two slices of suet beef fat between two pieces of fake bark. Because the woodpecker is long-tongued, they're able to access the tasty treat, but the squirrels are kept out. It retails for around $35.

Droll Yankees Squirrel-Proof Feeders

Droll Yankees sell a whole line of motorized and battery-operated squirrel-proof feeders that range in price from approximately $80 to about $120. Their basic model uses a battery-operated perch that will spin when it senses the extra weight of the squirrel. The idea is that the squirrel will tip or fly off. Though entertaining and fairly effective, the Droll Yankees' models need new batteries every two to three months.

Buy a Squirrel Feeder

If you can't beat them, feed them. To keep squirrels off your feeder, try a block of birdseed placed on the ground. These all-in-one feasters come in a hefty size and hold several pounds of seeds and nuts in one compressed block. The squirrels will nibble away and (hopefully) leave your bird feeder alone.

Build it Yourself

The amazing Instructables website has a great DIY project that teaches you how to construct your very own squirrel proof bird feeders for less than $10 and a day's labor. The project uses little more than some PVC piping, a few cable ties and a lot of ingenuity.

You can find the project, along with pictures, right here - instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-Flexi-Perch-Squirrel-proof-birdfe/?ALLSTEPS.

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