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Larger birds, such as cardinals, jays, and doves, are not going to be able to use it. The cage openings measure 1.5 in x 1.5 in (3.8 cm), which is too small for squirrels to fit through (except for the smaller American Red Squirrel).Ĭaged feeders only let small songbirds through, such as finches, chickadees, small woodpeckers, and sparrows.

One look at this bird feeder, and you know how it prevents squirrels! 🙂ĭroll Yankee’s offers a Lifetime Warranty on any parts damaged by squirrels and a 1-year warranty on the electronic components for the Yankee Flipper. The exact lifespan depends on how often the motor is activated to spin.Īfter a bit of time, the hope is that you will have trained your squirrels that it’s not possible to eat from this feeder.Ĭan you imagine something more entertaining than watching squirrels try to eat, only to be gently tossed off? Check out the video below and tell me you didn’t smile. In addition, after a few years, you will eventually need to replace the battery. The biggest complaint with the Yankee Flipper is the constant need to recharge the battery. I also like that it also holds up to 5 pounds (2.3 kg) of bird food, so you shouldn’t have to refill it every day. Since the tube is 21 inches (53 cm) in length, it’s long enough that squirrels can’t hang down from the top to eat without activating the feeder and making it spin. The Yankee Flipper gets my vote for the most FUN squirrel-proof bird feeder!īelieve it or not, this feeder SPINS squirrels off when they try to eat! When enough weight is put on the perches, the internal, battery-powered motor comes alive and gently tosses the squirrels from the feeder.ĭon’t worry birds are light enough to feed and not set off the motor. This fact is important because the hard metal prevents squirrels from chewing their way inside.

The perches are adjustable to different weight sensitivities, which allows you to also prevent large and medium-sized birds (like blackbirds!) from eating.

Therefore, I have no problems with seed spoilage due to moisture or dampness. I love that it holds up to 12 pounds (5.4 kg) of bird food!

This large hopper bird feeder is where I put my general bird seed mix (sunflower, peanut pieces, safflower, and white millet) to attract as many species as possible.

Here are some other reasons why I recommend the Absolute II: But the common Gray Squirrel weighs anywhere between 14 oz to 29 oz, which is more massive than almost every common feeder bird. For example, Blue Jays weigh approximately 3 oz, and they are one of the larger birds that visit backyard feeders. *You can typically see this squirrel-proof feeder on my bird feeders camera! – Watch LIVE here*Īlmost all birds that come to your backyard are much lighter than squirrels.

Here’s a video showing how the weight-sensitive perches work: But as soon as a squirrel steps on, the perches collapse down, which closes access to the food inside! This means that birds can land on the perches without a problem. The Absolute II has WEIGHT-SENSITIVE feeding perches. The Absolute II is one of my favorite bird feeders and the center of my backyard feeding station. They are patient, athletic, acrobatic, relentless, and also feature sharp teeth that can chew through almost anything.Īfter experimenting at my home, talking to other backyard birders, reading books, and doing my diligent research online, I have made my list of the BEST squirrel-proof bird feeders. The feeder has to allow birds to feed comfortably AND stop squirrels from eating.īut squirrels are smart, especially when it comes to eating from your bird feeders. But finding a squirrel-proof bird feeder that actually works is challenging. It’s an effective marketing term because companies know it’s something everyone wants to hear. LOTS of bird feeders claim to be squirrel-proof.