My Dad’s True “Squirrel Proof” Bird Feeder Bomoseen Vermont

My Dad’s True “Squirrel Proof” Bird Feeder Bomoseen Vermont

This is part 1 of the new brid feeder we bought that is supposed to be squirrel proof. The next video (soon to be posted) has squirrels actually getting stuck inside after gorging themselves on the seeds!

Here, a squirrel out-smarts the bird feeder and gets some food.

Some squirrel proof bird feeders are mechanical and detects the weight of the squirrel and will  start spinning and throw the squirrel off the bird feeder, sometimes called twirl a squirrel.  Another type is designed so that the perches will collapse when the weight of the squirrel is pushed beyond the limit.  There are also caged squirrel proof bird feeders, which allows birds to easily pass through the small holes it isn’t possible for the squirrels to get through them. 
  
Keep in mind there aren’t any bird feeders that can keep a squirrel out 100% of the time.  With that being said there are a lot of designs out there that will keep squirrels out 99% of the time.

If you are tired of constantly re-filling your bird feeder to only see the squirrels empty it in a short time then check out one of these squirrel proof bird feeder options and you can get back to enjoying the birds and not fighting the squirrels.   Whatever your desire is you will be able to find a bird feeder that will suit your needs.   For more information visit here.

You can get a bird feeder squirrel proof that collapses or spins with the weight of the squirrel. These are made to only support small weights such as those of the birds so that when the squirrels try to get the food, the feeder starts to spin and the squirrel falls to the ground. You can also use caged bird feeders which can only allow birds to get inside so that the squirrel will be too big for the space left. There are those that are only meant for the small sized birds to get inside depending on what you want hence the squirrel proof will prevent other larger birds you don’t want on your bird feeder as well as the squirrels.

You can also find ways of squirrel proofing your bird feeder which includes placing your bird feeder at a distance where the squirrel cannot reach as well as maintaining cleanliness around the area so the squirrels will not be attracted to the place. There are many companies producing squirrel ready bird feeders but important is to get one made of the best materials and is durable.

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The most common designs for squirrel proof feeders involve wire cages to deny large animals or birds access to the inside birdseed chambers. Weight activated squirrel proof bird feeders use the critter’s own weight as the means of activating a mechanism that shuts down openings where birdseed is obtained. In each of these two popular methods, the offending squirrels will spend time on the feeders, trying gain access to the birdseed inside. As long as the squirrels are hanging and chewing on the feeders, the birds are kept away.

The main difference between the Squirrel Boss Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder and the designs of other squirrel proof bird feeders is the immediate action of the feeder. The Squirrel Boss provides an instant response to keeping squirrels off the feeder. You simply grab your remote control, aim it at the feeder and with a simple press of the button, the squirrel receives a mild, static, harmless shock. The remote control has a range of up to 200 feet. The voltage is not harmful to squirrels, in accordance with the N.F.P.A.(National Fire Protection Agency) National Electric Codes. You are simply teaching an animal to stay away from an object that contains birdseed.

The power to accomplish this stinging action is in the solar roof. The Squirrel Boss Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder incorporates new design features such as solar power with tempered glass and stainless steel feeding stations. These are all industry recommended materials for long lasting outdoor products.

Admittedly, solar products have had an inferior reputation. Many people have tried the latest solar products on the market. Solar fountains that last only one year. Solar lights for our walkways that last, at most, two years. The Squirrel Boss Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder company offers a lifetime warranty on the solar powered roof. The feeder tube also has a lifetime warranty for squirrel chewing.

If you do not have a sunny location for the solar roof to operate fully, you can still use this feeder. Every Squirrel Boss Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder comes with an A/C charger. The charge usually lasts about 10 days. A non-solar roof is provided so that you can use the feeder while the solar roof is charging.

All the latest technologies have been built into this new squirrel proof bird feeder. But, you don’t have to take my word for it. You can listen to our exclusive radio interview with the inventor of the Squirrel Boss Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder. After you hear this, you’ll want to take control of your backyard like many other homeowners already have. Win the squirrel war! Visit http://www.wildbirddepot.com for more information about the Squirrel Boss Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder.

Tired of squirrels having their way with your bird feeders? Rig up one of these babies! Natural looking wood bird feed hanger with an electric surprise. Watch the video “Squirrel zapped by 7000 volts” to see this baby in action! BTW, in the video I say 2 kilo joules and three kilo joules – I meant to say two and three joules, respectfully.

Before investing in squirrel proof bird feeders you can try a few techniques to encourage the squirrels to leave your feeders alone. Position your bird feeders in areas well away from trees to stop the animals jumping on to your feeders and ensure your feeder is at least 5 foot off the ground (although squirrels have been known to jump up to 8 feet off the ground!).  If these tips don’t discourage squirrels, there are two options either purchase an attachment to make your existing bird feeders squirrel proof or buy a specially design squirrel proof bird feeder. You will usually have more success if you buy a squirrel proof feeder rather than trying to retro fit a device to your existing bird feeders.

There are now a wide variety of good quality and effective squirrel proof bird feeders available on the market and they come in a range of styles and shapes. There is a squirrel proof version for almost every type of bird feeder.

Some of the simple designs feature a dome shaped device over the top of the feeder. This is used in bird feeders that are designed to hang from trees and ensures that squirrels are not able to grip on the bird feeder and simply slide off before they can reach the food. They tend to be quite large and can put off certain birds from using your feeder. Clear Perspex baffles are the most effective as birds as still able to see the food inside the feeder when flying overhead.

Metal cages are becoming more popular lately and can be retro fitted to some bird feeders as well. Essentially they consist of a tubular feeder which has an extra cage around it. This allows the birds to use their beaks to reach the seed however the holes between the wires are not large enough for squirrels to bite through.

The most advanced, expensive and entertaining options are the motorized or weighted devices.  The weighted devices either close the feeding hole or tip the perch over when something heavier than a bird perches on them.  Most bird feeders are used by small birds, however if you have large birds using your bird feeders just check their weight won’t cause the feeder to close or tip over. Some of the motorized devices even start to spin around when a squirrel tries to use them, this doesn’t harm the creatures but soon stops them coming back and trying again!

Another option is to buy a purpose built squirrel house and squirrel feeder and encourage your squirrels to use this rather than your bird feeders. Of course this may encourage more squirrels to use your garden but many bird lovers find this is an effective option and allows both species to co-exist peacefully together.

When choosing squirrel proof bird feeders look for materials that are guaranteed again squirrel damage and are built from quality, durable materials.

The Wild Bills Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder is unique in its design and deterrence. The biggest difference between the Wild Bills Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder and other brands of squirrel proof bird feeders on the market is the immediate, corrective action. With squirrel proof bird feeders that rely on cages and weight activation mechanisms, squirrels need to learn on their own that birdseed rewards are not possible. To learn this, squirrels need to grip, hang and chew on the squirrel proof bird feeders for multiple visits before they realize that the energy they are expending to receive birdseed is not being rewarded. However, with the Wild Bills Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder, the stinging response is immediate and effective.

A mild, corrective sting keeps critters off the feeder the instant squirrels touch two metal parts on the Wild Bills Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder. The reason birds are not able to receive this sting is due to their physiological makeup. You see, a bird’s beak and feet are made of cartilage, bone if you will. Electricity is conducted through our blood vessels, not our bone structure. Birds bodies are covered with feathers, which do not contain exposed blood vessels, either. A mammal’s skin has exposed blood vessels near the surface, which is sufficient for conductivity on the Wild Bills Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder. The sting is not harmful, about the same as a static charge you get when you grab a metal doorknob after walking on a carpet in your stocking feet.

What does all this mean? Any mammal that comes in contact with two different metal parts on the Wild Bills Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder will receive the corrective sting. From the top or bottom, the Wild Bills Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder is protected from squirrels. Humans, however, know where the on/off switch is located! We can turn the feeder off without stinging ourselves to fill and clean.

Does all this complicated circuitry really work to keep squirrels from stealing all the birdseed? According to our huge customer base and two decades of experiences, the honest answer is yes and no. The large 8 port Wild Bills Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder has a generous 10lb. capacity. The huge 12 port model can hold up to 20lbs. Each model has metal perches, metal trays on the bottom, metal hangars and metal parts on the top dome. The squirrels will be able to eat off the bottom tray, without touching a second metal part. For some people, unfortunately, this means the feeder is not 100% squirrel proof. For others, protecting the huge 10lb. & 20lb. seed chambers are the main goals. If the squirrels can only eat the seed droppings on the bottom tray, these customers are quite content with the Wild Bills Squirrel Proof Bird Feeders.

Each Wild Bills Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder operates through the use of a single 9-volt battery. Each model only uses the battery upon a mammal’s touching of the two metal parts we have discussed. How many times the circuits are used will determine the life of the 9-volt battery. We have discovered that during the first one or two months of introducing the Wild Bills Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder to your backyard, these batteries will need to be changed about 2-3 times. This is the training period for your squirrels. Squirrels are not sadistic creatures. They do not enjoy pain and will not return to test the feeders after about 3-4 attempts. Since each squirrel in your area will have to be taught about this new stinging device, we estimate that by the end of the second month, batteries are on stand-by only. We only change our battery about 3 times per year. Our local critters know about the penalty for trying to steal birdseed from our Wild Bills Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder. Nighttime raids by raccoons can drain the batteries faster, depending on the number of visitors you get each night, if at all.

There is not such thing as a 100% squirrel proof bird feeder. Our long experience has shown us that at sometime, somewhere, somehow, a squirrel will receive a birdseed reward for their diligence on any squirrel proof bird feeder. If your desire is to purchase a squirrel proof bird feeder that squirrels can not own, then the Wild Bills Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder, with its immediate stinging, will give you years of stree-free enjoyment.   Visit “Bird Droppings” for all your wild bird news, facts and tips.