![]() We’ve chosen a North States model as it’s made from tough, chew-resistant plastic, and comes with the mounting hardware you’ll need. Get this right, and they’re very effective, and also nice and cheap, being just a dome (or cylinder) of plastic. Careful placement – on top of a pole with a large clear area around - is therefore essential for successful use of a baffle. Likewise, if you use the dangling technique, squirrels can jump from whatever you have anchored your rope on. They can either jump from the ground to land on the pole above the baffle if it’s too low, or can leap from a nearby tree, building, or anything it can use to get the necessary height. Another method is to hang your feeders from a chain or rope, with the baffle positioned to stop squirrels climbing down.īoth methods require planning and careful positioning, however, as squirrels can jump. The domed shape and slippery nature makes it impossible for the curious critter to climb any higher, protecting your nuts. You then install the baffle around the pole, more than halfway up. While it's more expensive than other models on the market, the rave reviews suggest that this squirrel-proof bird feeder is money well spent.Ī baffle requires you to first mount your feeder – or multiple feeders – on a pole. The perches are thick and adjustable, offering a comfortable place for birds to stand while feeding and the unique Cardinal Ring System allows Cardinals to face their food source, rather than having to turn their head to eat, which they find difficult.Ĭhew-proof and UV-resistant, the Squirrel Buster is designed to be dismantled by hand into individual components for easy cleaning. When a squirrel climbs onto the feeder, its weight automatically forces the shroud down, closing access to the ports. Openings in the shroud align with the feeding ports, providing birds access to the food. ![]() When it comes to squirrels, they'll be hard pressed to get into this little beauty. ![]() With a generous 5.1 pound capacity, it's one of the largest bird feeders on the market, and it comes with the option of being hung or attached to a pole, offering great flexibility. With over 7,000 5-star reviews on Amazon, it's clear that bird lovers have gone nuts for the Squirrel Buster and it's not hard to see why. ![]()
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