Is there an additional tray I can buy to go with this cage so that the seeds they kick out don't go all over the counter? What is it called? Thanks!
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I use a mesh seed guard like this one: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=20947&cmpid=04csegpl&ref=6111&subref=AA&CAWELAID=525384260&CAGPSPN=pla&catargetid=530005150000090886&cadevice=c I got mine at a local bird supply store. They are pretty cheap and when they get dirty, you can throw them in the washing machine.
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I use a mesh seed guard like this one: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=20947&cmpid;=04csegpl&ref;=6111&subref;=AA&CAWELAID;=525384260&CA;GPSPN=pla&catargetid;=530005150000090886&c;adevice=cI got mine at a local bird supply store. They are pretty cheap and when they get dirty, you can throw them in the washing machine.
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I am using my own tomato seeds. Actually, I saved the little plastic inserts that held the sponges--they clean up fine. For seed starting I replaced the little sponge with half a rockwool mini cube. It works great. I was thinking of buying the master gardeing kit but I haven't yet. I'm still on the fence about that, cause I have my own nutrients that I can add to the garden instead and I don't have to spend $40.
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I attached a seed tray to the base of this feeder. The most wonderful part of this is how easy it is to twist the base off so it can be cleaned easily. I don't know if this helps you, but Droll Yankee would be able to give you excellent advise and their customer service is outstanding.
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It has a plastic regulator that limits seed to opening. It is very functional.
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The seed tray does have drainage holes. Whether or not they will prevent the seed from rotting is another issue. Where I live we haven't had rain in several days. I highly recommend this feeder though.
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I have this one and another large cage. I have a pair of tiles in it. They like all the room but have a hard time climbing. I don't like the seed guard, it doesn't work very well. I highly recommend the Prevue flight cage. It's just a little bigger and much better but it doesn't have the play gym on top
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Hi Christine, Thanks for your question. Basically, the way it works is that you add your black oil sunflower seeds into the center portion (called the seed tank) which is accessible by removing the top part of the cage with a simple screw. Put the top back on, and when filled, some seeds stick out, and due to the double cage design, it allows birds to be able to stick their head/beak in between the outer cage holes and get to the seeds without problem. However, Squirrels cannot fit their heads or mouths through the outer holes as its too small and uncomfortable. Hope this helps! Mark ======= Skinny Squirrel Cages
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There are three separate trays, however I see no reason to not plant different herbs in the separate compartments. That's how I feel they are designed. Be creative.
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I recommend the fruit roll up screens for seeds. I use these trays mainly for drying herbs.
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Buy a cheap aluminum baking sheet for the bottom to provide a way to keep the cage clean. You can easily lift that part of the cage to remove, clean and re insert the tray!.
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No, it is the actual dimensions of the cage. The seed catcher probably adds another 2-3 inches onto each side, since they stick out
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It doesn't. The holes don't drain the tray. I periodically scrape any wet seed out of the platform. Most of the time the seed is protected by the roof, but my sprinkling system sometimes gets the seed wet.
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Nope, no seeds falling out. I live in Windy Wyoming and the wind usually blows thistle out of feeders. But not this one. You can also purchase a tray that screws onto the bottom of this feeder. It catches whatever the birds pull out! Great feeder - better than the plastic ones or a sock!
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There is a plastic "tray" that sits in the bottom of the feeder. THis lets seed gradually fill the four feeding slots. However, bird seed does spill out a little when more active birds feed - finches, grackles etc.
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I use a rectangular type plastic scoop that you can pick up at at bird food retailers (any including big box stores). Lift the top up of the feeder and fill the scoop and open the slide on the bottom of the scoop. You can control the seed much better that way.
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Some of the smaller seeds will fall through to the tray. Also, need to use small black oil sunflower seeds. The big striped seeds are too big.
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I have to say that I did not have this problem. My tray fit the cage perfectly. Though, I have to admit I made the mistake of making the cage backwards.