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Squirrels might be cute, but they can be a terror for the local bird population — or more accurately, their bird feeder. This ...

A squirrel on a feeder pole, blocked by a cone-shaped baffle - A. Michael Brown/Shutterstock You've spent a small fortune on bird food, dedicated a weekend to DIYing your own backyard bird feeder, and ...

As the temperatures drop and winter sets in, it’s more important than ever to help out the wild bird population. Providing them with food is an easy but crucial way to support these feathered friends ...

Squirrels can be a backyard terror, especially for the humble birdwatcher. If your current bird feeder setup isn't delivering ...

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Unfortunately, bird feeders often get overtaken by squirrels trying to get to the food. To avoid that, check out these ...

To keep squirrels out of bird feeders, using bird seed coated in hot pepper oil is an effective solution. When using pepper-treated seed, wear gloves and avoid making your own mixture to prevent ...

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