As the temperatures drop and winter sets in, it’s more important than ever to help out the wild bird population. Providing them with food is an easy but crucial way to support these feathered friends ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Even the best bird feeders face a singular mortal enemy: squirrels. These fluffy rodents may be cute, but ...

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 ...

There are many methods that try to prevent squirrels from being food-stealing pests, and squirrel-proof bird feeders seem like the perfect solution to backyard feeding frustrations. However, there are ...

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 ...

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Squirrels are undoubtedly fascinating creatures, but the last place you want to see them is on your bird feeder. Once they find them, these rodents can be relentless as they devour seeds and possibly ...

RICHMOND — Watch a gray squirrel figure out a way to get sunflower seeds out of a squirrel-proof feeder, and you watch a dedicated scientist at work — for days, if that’s what it takes. Watching is ...