You buy a feeder to attract the birds only to watch the squirrels climb up the pole and eat it all. Try this one simple fix that will make all the difference.

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 ...

My bird feeders lure Carolina wrens and tufted titmouses—titmice?—but I can't stand to see rodents raid the seeds. So I devised a fortified feeder. Hang a modified 2-liter soda bottle between two ...

In short, it’s a guideline for positioning your bird feeder in a way that squirrels are less likely to reach. The numbers ...

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 ...

Growing up in the suburban New York City area, surrounded by beech/oak forest, we sat in a wonderful place to enjoy the seasonal comings and goings of a wide variety of birds. And since my parents ...

If the upcoming movie The Nut Job has inspired you to help your nut-loving friends survive the winter, here is a simple DIY way to make a squirrel feeder for your backyard. Just be sure to place it in ...

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 ...