Perky-Pet Squirrel-Be-Gone Wild Bird Feeder, Brown
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Perky-Pet Squirrel-Be-Gone Wild Bird Feeder features six feeding ports, with U-shaped perches for birds to flock to. The feeding ports have sturdy metal perches that allow birds to feed comfortably but, when the squirrels perch on them, their weight causes the entire metal casing to slip down, completely blocking the feeding ports and their access to the seed. The interior seed tower is surrounded by rustic metalwork and boasts a two-pound seed capacity.
Key Benefits- Features six feeding ports, with U-shaped perches for birds to rest on.
- The feeding ports have sturdy metal perches that allow birds to feed comfortably.
- When the squirrels perch, their weight causes the entire metal casing to slip down, completely blocking the feeding ports and their access to the seed.
- The interior seed tower is surrounded by rustic metalwork and boasts a two-pound seed capacity.
- The clear, shatter-proof plastic reservoir makes it easy to monitor seed levels.
†Capacity is calculated by total volume. When using container, choose a capacity greater than what you need to prevent overfilling and spills.
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Item Number106616
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Dimensions18.25 x 6.6 x 6 inches
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Feeder TypeTube, Squirrel Resistant
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Farm Animal TypeN/A
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Bird TypeWild Bird
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Capacity (Max)†2-Ib
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MaterialAluminum
Use with black oil sunflower seed, peanuts, or mixed seed. Clean your squirrel resistant feeders once every two weeks with mild soap and water solution.
Birds at my feeder look sick, what should I do?
The best thing to do is to stop feeding the birds temporarily. Remove the feeders and throw out all of the seed. Thoroughly wash your feeders. Remove all debris from under your feeder. Do not touch the sick birds. Refill all of your feeders and resume feeding.
How do I prevent seeds from sprouting under my feeder?
You will need to sterilize your seed to prevent it from germinating. This will not alter the attractiveness or the nutritional value of the seed in any way.Here are two methods:Conventional Oven: Place the seed on a baking sheet and cook for 30 minutes at 300°F.Microwave Oven: Place seed in a paper bag. Cook on high power for 5 minutes.
Why does the seed in my feeder get moldy?
Mold is caused by a heavy rain, driving sleet or snow plugging the feeding ports and allowing water to dampen the seed. Always clean, dry and refill your feeders after heavy weather. You may also want to try placing 1/4" of cat litter in the bottom of the feeder to absorb excess moisture.
Customer Reviews
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unless bird feeder
By cheap on Jul 18, 2021
The springs have popped twice on this thing. One time, the feeder hung for several days without me knowing the holes were blocked and the birds couldn’t get the food. The lid design is horrible. Every time put food in, something comes undone causing it not to hang correctly. Just not worth the hassle.
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Very disappointed
By Judy on Jul 20, 2021
I have tried at least 2 dozen ways to stop squirrels! I thought this feeder would be perfect. Nope. It took only THREE days for the squirrels to pull off the springs. No, they can't get the seeds but neither can the birds! I almost cried when I saw what they'd done! Dang!
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All good, but...
By Jeff on Jun 9, 2021
Have had P-P squirrel be gone feeder about 1 week. Sturdy and attractive, but one of the feeding ports came loose, wedged itself against the screen, and jammed the feeder closed. Easily fixed, but don't know if it will happen again. Hooded ports make it difficult for medium and large birds to feed, but they manage. Squirrels manage to stay on it but quit trying after while. Basically acceptable and good value for the price.
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Perfect feeder
By BIRDfeeder on Jun 27, 2021
I have bought many feeders and they attract the big birds, crows, pigeons, and bully the little birds! This feeder is only for the little birds. It's perfect! It's easy to use and fill without spillage, and it's pretty! I highly recommend this bird feeder.
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DON'T BUY THIS FEEDER
By FEEDER on Jun 27, 2021
THE FEEDER LEAKED WHEN IT RAINED AND THE SEED GOT WET AND THEN STUCK SO THE FEED WOULD NOT COME OUT AND FINALLY STARTED TO GET MOLDY. VERY POOR DESIGN. I HAVE TO THROW IT AWAY ALONG ALL THE SEED I BOUGHT. IF I COULD RATE IT A MINUS I WOULD HAVE.
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Birds can't get to it.
By Elle on Jul 12, 2021
I bought this feeder to keep the squirrels away, but the birds are also not interested. The spacing of the perches to the windows for feeding do not seem to work for the birds. Big disappointment!
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great feeder
By animallover444 on Apr 30, 2021
I have had this birdfeeder now for about three weeks. It is wonderful. I watched a squirrel come down from the roof trying to get into the feeder and the “cage” went down just like it was supposed to, The squirrel was disappointed and left and hasn’t been back. It is nice looking and holds quite a bit of seed. I use the multipurpose birdseed so the openings are big enough for all types of nuts, millet etc. I bought a second one for my backyard. I think this is well worth the money. And I would say it is nicely constructed
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Not Squirrel Proof!
By LillyDog on May 30, 2021
I've had 3 of these feeders and the squirrels have found a way to hang upside down and eat the seed until it's gone. They've also chewed the ports and broken the springs on each feeder. The springs keep the feeder ports open for the birds and help close them when a squirrel puts their weight on perches.
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DON'T PURCHASE
By jands on Jun 14, 2021
This feeder lasted less than 24 hours before one of the ports was chewed clean through allowing all the feed to fall to the ground. Just noticed when adding feed. Definitely NOT squirrel proof. Will never purchase another product from Perky-Pet
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Great Finch Feeder - Not Squirrel Proof
By Thatchbo on May 25, 2021
Squirrels are just too smart! For a couple of weeks, they stayed away but eventually figured out they could sit on the top and hang down to get the food out without having the feeder close. It is a great bird feeder - I get lots of small finches - but it just isn't squirrel proof.
