Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Rat on a bird feeder trying to get sunflower seeds. - Poggensee/Shutterstock One of the most discouraging sights for anyone who ...

Spring time means the birds-a-chirping and the squirrels-a-stealing. Prevent pests from pilfering with these solutions for ...

Squirrels always seem to find a way into bird feeders, but one simple DIY uses something you'd normally throw away to help ...

Want more birds and fewer squirrels? This quick upgrade blocks squirrels from climbing or jumping onto your feeder, so ...

Having a well-placed baffle (green cone attachment on bottom of picture) keeps squirrels from climbing up and getting to the feeder. Earlier this week I put out the call for advice on how to keep ...

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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 ...

One of the most discouraging sights for anyone who puts up a bird feeder is discovering that the visitors enjoying it aren't birds but rats. You head out to refill the feeder, expecting to see ...

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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 ...