Absolute Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeder
The Absolute squirrel-proof bird feeder is one of the original squirrel-proof bird feeders, and is a great design. It is all metal which prevents the squirrel from chewing through it. Its trapdoor design is weight-sensitive, so when the squilrrel puts his weight on the perch, the “door” shuts off access to the seed.
The weight sensitivity is adjustable, so you can set it to shut off seed for heavier birds such as crows and grackles, of you wish. And it is very rugged and solid. The lid comes off for easy filling. And it is all metal, so should last for years.
Here is an interesting piece of trivia: my birding friend (the same one who used soda bottles as a squirrel block) had a homemade version of this feeder. Her dad had made it for her more than 40 years ago. Too bad he didn’t market it!
Here’s where you can get it online:
Duncraft
The Bird Shed
Yardiac
