There's nothing more frustrating than filling your bird feeder only to watch squirrels swoop in, scare off the birds, and devour every last seed. If you're tired of playing defense against these bushy ...

There's nothing quite like the simple joy of watching colorful birds flock to your backyard feeder. But then, a familiar foe appears: the squirrel. These acrobatic, little thieves can empty a feeder ...

A few simple steps can keep your bird feed going to its intended recipients instead of those puffy-tailed sneaks. By John Alexander Published Jul 26, 2025 1:00 PM EDT We may earn revenue from the ...

Baffles and pole-mounted feeders block squirrel access if placed strategically. Cayenne-mixed seed and caged feeders provide mixed results for squirrel control. Clean feeder areas and offer squirrels ...

Don’t want to spend $40 for a squirrel-proof bird feeder? This homemade bird feeder will cost you less than $10 and take about an hour to put together. Before you get started, you’ll need to buy or ...

Hannah Stephenson is among the countless people struggling with squirrels stealing from bird feeders. She tests a selection of deterrents to see if any work. I have long had a problem with grey ...

The physical barrier is probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think of keeping squirrels out of your bird feeder. Ideally, after a barrier is applied, your bird food will be easy to get ...