If you can't beat them, join them. And if you feed squirrels something even more enticing far away from your bird feeders, ...

You might call that seed-filled object in your yard a bird feeder, but to a squirrel, it's a squirrel feeder, especially if squirrels can reach it without too much trouble. And "too much trouble" ...

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 Add Popular Science (opens in a ...

Finally, bird feeders that squirrels can’t raid.

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Let's be honest: there's no such thing as completely squirrel-proof bird feeders. But you can cut down on squirrels' visits ...

WHICH SQUIRREL FEEDER IS BEST? Having a squirrel feeder can be a smart strategy, even if you aren’t a fan of squirrels. A properly positioned squirrel feeder can help keep the critters from venturing ...

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 ...

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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, ...