If you ever wondered why squirrels are so infuriatingly effective at thwarting every garden solution you can come up with, just remember they have existed for 35 million years. In comparison, our ...

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 ...

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.

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 ...

Squirrels are incredible little athletes, and their antics are fun to watch. But what’s not fun? When they gnaw on your bird feeder or take up residence in your attic. “You can’t keep squirrels ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. In addition to bringing some color and life to the outside of your home, attracting birds to your yard helps boost plant pollination and keep ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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, ...