The Perky-Pet Easy Feeder features a wire barrier that protects against squirrel damage, eight feeding ports, a twist lock top and a 3 lb. seed capacity. This squirrel-proof feeder is inch-for-inch the best in the business at keeping squirrels out and letting birds in! The clear seed container makes it easy to monitor the seed level. A uniquely engineered removable seed cartridge makes for easy refilling and cleaning. Remember to clean your feeder once every two weeks with mild soap and water solution. Pole mount or hang. We offer the finest quality in wild bird feeding products and accessories. Perky-Pet Wild Bird Feeder models lure the bird in pursuit of seed providing you with hours of joy as random wild birds flock to feed at your house.
Perky-Pet 114 Squirrel Stumper Wild Bird Feeder
Bring Beautiful Birds to Your Backyard
Welcome a wide range of wild birds to your yard with this Squirrel Stumper Wild Bird Feeder. This feeder attracts both clinging and perching birds–everything from cardinals, chickadees, finches, and grosbeaks to jays, nuthatches, tufted titmice, and woodpeckers. Combining rustic charm with useful functionality, this hanging bird feeder makes a lovely addition to any personal collection or a thoughtful housewarming or holiday gift idea for the bird lover on your list.
Squirrel-Resistant Design
This Squirrel Stumper wild bird feeder features a squirrel-resistant metal cage that helps prevent squirrel damage, so the feeder lasts longer. The feeder’s metal cage also helps deter squirrels from raiding the seed ports, while its twist lock top not only allows for quick, easy filling, but also makes it possible to lock the lid in place, helping to prevent squirrels from accessing the seed through the top.
Easy to Fill and Use
This bird feeder holds up to 3 pounds of black oil sunflower seed, peanuts, a fruit/nut combo, or mixed seed. After filling the feeder, simply hang it in the yard, and watch as your feathered friends fly in to feast. The clear plastic seed compartment offers at-a-glance convenience when checking seed levels. With eight seed-dispensing ports, you can enjoy watching the beautiful birds feeding from almost any angle.
Suggested Placement
This Squirrel Stumper wild bird feeder’s hanging metal loop allows for sturdy hanging near a back deck, porch, patio, or a window overlooking a garden or landscaped area in your yard. Choose a location that not only provides a great view, but that is also bird friendly. Birds prefer an open space, so they can easily move from one feeding port to the next. They also like to be in a location that gets both sun and partial shade during the day. An ideal location will be between 5 and 8 feet off the ground and within 15 feet of nearby coverage, like bushes and shrubs, so birds feel safe and protected from predators.
Cleaning the Feeder
Keep this bird feeder clean and filled with fresh seed to ensure return visits. Perky-Pet recommends checking this bird feeder once a week for insects or mold and cleaning it every few weeks with a mild soap and water solution.
Convenient Components
Highlights
Wild Birds love: Metal cage for clinging or perching 8 seed-dispensing ports for extra access Fresh seed continuously You’ll love: Twist lock top keeps squirrels out Metal loop for sturdy hanging Easy-to-clean design Pure enjoyment and relaxation watching wild birds feeding Feeder specifications: Measures 6.63 inches wide by 5.75 inches deep 3-pound seed capacity Use with a variety of seed or feed options Clear seed reservoir
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What are the most popular bird seeds to use?
A. Black Oil Sunflower Seed is the most popular bird seed. It is much smaller than the traditional sunflower seed and best for those birds with smaller bills, such as the sparrow, junco and goldfinch. This seed is accepted by the greatest variety of birds.
Mixed Seed is also popular. It is best to buy the mixes that contain white proso millet, a tiny cream colored seed with a shiny shell. Mixes containing finely cracked corn and black oil sunflower are also preferred by a large number of birds.
Nyger (Thistle Seed) is imported from Africa and Asia. Nyger won’t germinate, however, it has a tendency to become moldy due to lack of air circulation. If you notice mold on the seed, it must be removed from the feeder and the feeder must be cleaned thoroughly.
Q. How do I clean my bird feeders?
A. Before filling your feeder with fresh seed, it is recommended that the following precautions are taken:
Remove all old seed. Soak feeder in a light water/bleach solution (9 parts water to 1 part bleach). Scrub feeder and allow to air dry. Rake and remove accumulated hulls and droppings from underneath the feeders. Spread mulch (bark or wood) under the feeder, replace mulch when soiled. Thoroughly wash hands after handling and cleaning feeders.
Q. What is the importance of providing water for wild birds?
A. Wild birds need fresh, clean water just as much as they need seed. Birds stay healthy by using water not just for drinking, but also for bathing, cleaning their feathers and to remove parasites. Waterers are better options than bird baths because they provide birds with fresh, clean water that prevents dirt and debris from contaminating it. In hotter climates or seasons, providing water for birds makes it easy for them to have access to a water source and retain their energy. By adding a water source, you also can attract a larger variety of birds to your yard. You may even attract more colorful birds that don’t eat seed, but are in need of water!
Accessorizing Your Seed Feeder
Baffle
Hanging Chain
Hook
Seed Scoop
Waterer
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Comparing Types of Seed Feeders
Type Tube Feeders Wood Triple Tube Sip and Seed Window Mount Squirrel Proof Lantern Seed capacity 1 lb. 5 lbs. 10 lbs. 1.15 lbs. 1 cup 3.5 lbs. 2 lbs. Squirrel-proof mechanism ✓ Easy to clean ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ 2-in-1 ports ✓ ✓ Tray ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Perches included ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Can be pole mounted ✓ ✓ Plastic ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Glass ✓ Water component ✓ Suet component ✓ Number of feeding ports 4 2 12 2 1 4 1 Types of ports Metal Wood Plastic Plastic Plastic Metal Metal Serves mixed seed ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Serves black oil sunflower seed ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Serves thistle ✓ ✓ ✓
Product Features
- Holds 3 lb of seed
- Squirrel resistant metal cage
- Twist lock top prevents the squirrels from gaining access to the seed
- Eight feeding ports
- Easy refilling and cleaning
First Rate Dining for A Squirrel Customer Video Review Length:: 0:23 MinsPerky-Pet’s explamation for the squirrel dining on the squirrel stumper bird feeder is that it is to stop the squirrels from destroying the bird feeder. I said the name should imply this. If you are looking for a feeder to stop squirrels from eating off of this is not the one. It just gives them a first rate seat at the table.
Does not stump squirrels. At all. For $10 at Walmart, it’s a decent buy as a durable metal high-capacity feeder, but it does not live up to its name, the “Squirrel Stumper.” From what I see, it doesn’t deter squirrels one bit. The only way you can make it squirrel-resistant is to hang it from a long thin wire that squirrels can’t climb down, and place it away from any other branches that they could jump from. Seeing as how you could do this to any feeder, It doesn’t make this feeder any more squirrel-resistant than other, less…
Squirrels love my squirrel stumper This is a really nice bird feeder, but don’t depend on this technology to keep squirrels out of your birdseed. The squirrels hang upside down with their feet and reach for the seeds. It just takes them a little longer to eat all the birdseed.