Squirrels are known for feasting on bird seed and, thanks to their ability to reach high places and jump daring distances, it often seems that no bird feeder is off limits. Whether it's a hanging ...

If you are frequently chasing squirrels away from your bird feeder, you are not alone in your battle against these opportunity-seeking rodents. Once squirrels have located a reliable food source (in ...

To keep squirrels out of bird feeders, using bird seed coated in hot pepper oil is an effective solution. When using pepper-treated seed, wear gloves and avoid making your own mixture to prevent ...

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 ...

Do squirrels at your bird feeders drive you nuts? You’re not alone. One of the most common questions we get here at Birds & ...

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 ...

Squirrels: Are they just rats with better PR? Be advised that this is not safe reading material for squirrel lovers, or even squirrel apologists. In my opinion, squirrels are worse than rats—smarter, ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Baffles and pole-mounted feeders block squirrel access if placed strategically. Cayenne-mixed seed and caged feeders provide mixed ...