Opus makes a triple-tube bird feeder that should be squilrrel-proof, and if not, extremely squilrrel-resistant.It has three seed tubes with a total of 10-pound capacity of seed. This is a larger capacity than a lot of other bird feeders. You can fill each of its three tubes with a different seed mixture so that it appeals to a wide variety of birds in one feeder. It even comes with a built-in funnel for filling the tubes.
Each of its three tubes has two feeding ports reinforced with copper. This makes the feeding ports impervious to squilrrels who chew.
It seems that each of the other features of this feeder have both pros and cons.
The Dome This feeder has a dome top that serves as a built-in squirrel baffle.
PRO: The dome is wide enough to foil squirrels.
CON: The baffle is copper-colored PLASTIC, not copper. Some people don’t care, but others have been fooled by the picture and purchased it, expecting a copper top. And since it is plastic, it is possible for the squirrel to chew it.
The Seed Trays At the bottom of each tube is a snap-in seed tray to catch seeds.
PRO: The trays are exceptionally large, which allows them to catch a fairly good amount of seeds, resulting in less waste.
CON: The size of the trays are big enough for morning doves to sit and snooze in.
CON: One person reported that the clips holding the trays on are not sturdy enough, and she broke them accidentally.
I will say that one of its best features is that it comes with a lifetime warranty, and apparently Opus really stands by their products.
Keep in mind that all tube feeders tend to have an issue with rain; the seeds at the bottom of the tubes get soggy and clumpy.
This feeder works best for squirrels that reach your bird feeders from the top; in other words, climb down the wire holding it. Since the average gray squirrel can jump 10 feet sideways and 4 feet straight up, make sure you hang it at least 10 feet away from the nearest tree trunk and at least 4 feet off the ground, or else your squirrel will jump onto it below the baffle or will jump up onto it and eat out of the seed trays.
Here’s where you can find it online:
The Bird Shed
