Any suggestions as to why no birds have used this? It's hanging with my feeders which still have lots of traffic.
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I saw on another post that they bring all their feeders in the house once a week and washes them all in the dishwasher on the quick rinse cycle with a cup of vinegar. She said they were sparkling clean, and it's EASY! I like that idea!!
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The birds that come to my feeders drink from this ALOT. I see several per day, every day. I clean it every few days with a special sponge and brush for cleaning bird feeders, and then I refill it with the hose. As other writers have said, don't let it get dirty. Not only will that keep away the birds, but it could also make the bird population sick. Second, make sure it is high enough, and in a tree or close to one. They need to feel safe. I recommend posting it on a 4x4 pole, because when it's windy this thing swings alot, and the water flies out. And keep it near your feeders.
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It's the perch. I presently use an IKEA metal bucket hanging from chains. Since July (in Texas) it has been popular with sparrows but no other birds. The titmouse loves to drink from the ant trap over the hummingbird feeder while leaning from a tree branch, which isn't always fresh. I finally added a branch across the bucket. More sparrows. Titmice don't care. I change the water every day. I tried a hanging bird bath but the squirrels broke it. I might try a regular bird bath next. Birds DO need water, but they also need to feel safe and may have another source that feels safer to them.
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My perspective is the Globe water is basically "stagnant". I have seen maybe 5 birds use it in the two years we have had it. We get more activity, from the birds, with a bucket at the bottom of a rain spout.
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I have two of these and will be purchasing a third. I have no problems with many birds using it. I do empty, clean, and refill it every 3-4 days when I do the same for my hummingbird feeders (hummers really want fresh homemade nectar). All types of birds would rather have fresh water when possible.
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The bath needs to stay clean. Algae, bird poop,etc throws them off. Ours seem to work well as long as it stays clean. There is probably something better out there, I've not found it yet. Squriels (sic) are a big problem though. Wish I could help more.
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We have no idea why birds stay away from this bird bath. But they do. Could be that the water doesn't move or there is enoughwater in other locations. We moved it and still no birds. I would not recommend this bird bath.
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I hung mine from a steel fishing leader wire so the feeder rotates when a bird lands on it. The largest bird that I have see on it was a cardinal all the rest are smaller birds and because of the thin wire - no squirrels!!! Hope this helps.
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Birds are messy. We hung our feeder over a patch of unused scrubby grass. It's pretty bald now because we feed our birds regularly. Seeds spill out when I fill the feeder and I'm sure some also get dropped. I suggest hanging the feeder over a piece of ground you don't care about or over some paved portion.
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My birds do not use this feeder. Once in a while there is a small bird but most birds avoid it. I purchased this feeder to deter squirrels and to provide a large feeder for doves (shown in the picture). Turns out the tray is too small for ground feeding birds (ie. doves) and so I regret buying this feeder. Perhaps most birds avoid it because it shocks them. I have another feeder close by that is busy.
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Honestly, I take my bird feeder down every night, so I haven't had any nocturnal visitors. I saw a suggestion to put oil on the rod to deter squirrels. I've seen 2 squirrels at different times on their way to the feeder, but I told them it wasn't for them, so they hopped off the fence and didn't try again. Strange story, but true.
1204798
I haven't seen any birds in it but the placement could have had something to do with it. It's been up three months.
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My feeder is hanging from a shepherds hook that I put into a small PVC pipe that is just a bit smaller than the ring that came with the unit. I put the ring just about even with the bottom of where the feeder will hang, and screwed it tight. Then I slid the Torpedo down to rest on top of the attachment ring, and then put the shepherds hook into the PVC pipe. No squirrels or racoons have been able to get past this baffle. If you don't have the mounting ring that's suppose to be used, you can just get any metal screw clamp, and that will work just fine. The unit is suppose to swing free while resting on top of the clamp. My feeder is hanging from a shepherds hook that I put into a small PVC pipe that is just a bit smaller than the ring that came with the unit. I put the ring just about even with the bottom of where the feeder will hang, and screwed it tight. Then I slid the Torpedo down to rest on top of the attachment ring, and then put the shepherds hook into the PVC pipe. No squirrels or racoons have been able to get past this baffle. If you don't have the mounting ring that's suppose to be used, you can just get any metal screw clamp, and that will work just fine. The unit is suppose to swing free while... » Read More My feeder is hanging from a shepherds hook that I put into a small PVC pipe that is just a bit smaller than the ring that came with the unit. I put the ring just about even with the bottom of where the feeder will hang, and screwed it tight. Then I slid the Torpedo down to rest on top of the attachment ring, and then put the shepherds hook into the PVC pipe. No squirrels or racoons have been able to get past this baffle. If you don't have the mounting ring that's suppose to be used, you can just get any metal screw clamp, and that will work just fine. The unit is suppose to swing free while resting on top of the clamp. « Show Less
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Sorry, I can't really help you. I didn't have that problem during the short period of time my feeder was in use. It was destroyed by a hungry bear shortly after I installed it! I guess if there is a space where a small bird could get into the feeder, it's a possibility. It's been quite a while since I had my feeder, so I don't remember much about it. You might want to call the Perky Pets folks -- they might be able to shed some light on the problem. They are an old, well-established bird-feeder company!
2250759
this feeder and have tons of birds with no squirrels. Are you using the right type of seed? The holes are smaller so you need something like finch food or thistle seed so the birds can get it. Hope it works out for you!
32854
We have doves and they don't use the feeder, I think they are to heavy when they land on ring. We have it set so Cardinals can feed. Also Crows can't use it, we love ours. Saving money on bird feed.
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If the birds get near the ground, it may scare them away. Any type of motion near the ground will set it off. If the bird feeder is way up high, then i wouldnt worry about it.
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I had very little activity on this feeder for all size birds. I have a very active population of birds...and squirrels...and this feeder seemed to keep them all away unfortunately...Even the smallest birds had difficulty getting at the seed.
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It takes awhile for the birds to find the feeder. I think it took about 1 week. If it's in a spot near cats/dogs, the birds will avoid it. Also, I don't know where you live, but I'm in Chicago, and with the below zero weather even the birds didn't show up.
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I believe this feeder is intended for outdoor wild bird feeding. At least, that is how I use mine.
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I'm in New England and the prominent birds that use the feeder are Goldfinches. That was the problem they hang out at this feeder & the titmice, chickadees, nuthatches don't have a chance to get the seed. We do have a finch feeder out but they prefer this. I have seen downy & hairy woodpeckers also occasionally a cardinal give it a go if it is quiet. Crackles (blackbirds) also are on the feeder. I'm looking for another feeder that will accommodate the variety of birds we are used to feeding.
2103171
The feeder is too small for birds the size of crows. Make certain that you check on the type of crows prefer, then find a feeder that will work.
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I wove fishing line between the lid and the hook at the top, to make sure the top doesn't get lost, AGAIN. It fell off during a snowstorm, and it was weeks before I could find it in the snow. If you are worrying about it blowing off your the hook where you are hanging it, reinforce it with fishing line or something comparable. Otherwise it is a good feeder for the little birds.