Does anyone use this feeder for shelled peanuts? I'm trying to attract only Black-capped Chickadees and discourage other types of "bully" birds.THX
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I've had my feeder for a long time. Got it from a local shop...Mine is all metal and glass. Here is one that is similar but not the one I have.When I purchased it I paid a hefty price for it but it has stood the test of time. Perky-Pet 363 Birds and Berries Lantern Feeder
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Yes, I have used it for peanuts and sunflower seeds. Appears to function fine but you may want to experiment with a wire sunflower feeder too.
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Depends on the size of the peanuts..whole ones NO. smaller pieces YES. What works are black oil seeds so if the pieces would be around that size or smaller ..YES..The only draw back with this feeder is that sometimes mold forms at the bottom and it is a dickens to get cleaned out. It is necessary to keep on top with cleaning..I use a different feeder for my peanut offerings.
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Shelled peanuts? No. The small black-oil sunflower seeds are what black-capped chickadees like in my area...peanuts will attract squirrels, crows, bluejays, etc...the larger birds.
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Yes, they seem to have no problems accessing the seeds. Chickadees use it the most. Although, at this time of year the Feeder is not used as much as in the colder weather. So far not a single squirrel has found a way in - believe me, they have tried!!!!!!!!
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Michelle, The feeder did not work for me at all. It is solid plastic with four very small holes in it. The holes are positioned between the perches. If you ever watch a finch eat, this is not the way they do it. Save yourself the grief and wasted money. Get a mesh sock feeder and then just refill it. They work great. If you want something that looks more like a regular bird feeder. then get a feeder that is mesh not plastic with four holes. They can be messy so keep that in mind. This feeder is worth nothing, nada, zero.
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Hi Game Lover, Thanks for your question. In response, we always recommend using black oil sunflower seeds for this particular Skinny Squirrel model. Its considered the #1 choice to feed and attract the greatest variety of birds to your feeders. Rich in oil, black oil sunflower seeds give birds the energy they need to live. The thin shell makes it an easy bird seed to open, even for the smaller birds. You'll attract Cardinals, Nuthatches, finches, and a variety of others. If you are going to offer only one type, give black oil sunflower seed a try. Other than that, you can certainly try other types of bird feed however keep in mind that the smaller the pieces, the more thats going to come out of the interior cage, and the easier it will be for squirrels to get (and keep coming back for more).. Hope this helps.. If you have any other questions, just let me know.. Have a blessed day, Mark
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Many titmouses, cardinals, chickadees....regular run of the mill birds......all kinds ! Have no idea what your problem is! Maybe something is scaring them away from your feeder.....movement.....
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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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Squirrels can be a real problem with any bird feeder. I usually avoid that squirrel problem with this feeder by only using nyjer seed in it. If you use any other seed like sunflower or millet, I can guarantee a squirrel will chew a hole in it.I've used this feeder for years.and have never had a problem. That's not saying that some squirrel won'tcome along and try the nyjer but that is very rare.
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Ha, that's cute! I put peanuts out everyday to ATTRACT blue jays! I only use this cage for suet cakes, but yes, it would work if you want to put peanuts in the shell on the inside. If you're trying to get the small songbirds only, that will work. Carolina Wrens, Downy Woodpeckers, American Goldfinches are some of the songbirds I have gotten that go inside to feed. This also is great at keeping squirrels out, although, they have gotten on top of it and their weight has made it come crashing down!
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I used wild bird seed in this feeder but you could certainly use black oil sunflower seed. It is absolutely one of the best bird feeders I have ever purchased. There is no way a squirrel can get to this feeder. It is easy to fill, easy to clean. Would definitely recommend. One bad thing would be if you purchase a larger version of this -- be aware that it will be heavy, especially when filled.
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Yes, attracts blue jays, woodpeckers, titmouse, and blackbirds among others. Squirrels try:) and scout any shells that are dropped along with the crows. Sometimes they only eat half the peanut and come back for it later. It is easy to fill and clean out. And the empy shells I spread out to mow over or compost.
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Hi Christine, Thanks for your question. In response, yes absolutely, this bird feeder works great for Cardinals & Red Bellied Woodpeckers. Basically, we typically see our customers use black oil sunflower seeds and fill the center portion (called the seed tank). 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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Feeder has worked well -- little spillage and the seed stays dry. Have been refilling it from the top all summer and the nyjer seed at the bottom seems to be OK. I plan to dump it out and check before refilling for the winter but I don't expect to have to throw out the bottom seed. Finches eat from it but so do other small birds. If you want to restrict feeding to only finches, buy an upside down feeder (holes are below the perches, not above). Took the finches a day or two to get the hang of it but they really do feed hanging upside down and no other birds do this so all the nyjer seed in this type of feeder goes to finches.
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Cardinals feed fine on this feeder, as most other birds. Blue Jays initially have issues until they approach from side...then fine, but rather them feed from ground anyway. This also keeps large black birds off the feeder. Keeps seed dry, holds a lot and is easy to refill. BTW, this is a GREAT squirrel proof feeder...we have had several that don't work. Ours hangs from tree limb in jumping distance from the trunk...squirrels have given up trying to jump on the feeder...not true of several other types. Worth the high price tag.
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I think only thistle seed(nyjer) or a seed that small would work in this squirrel buster finch feeder because the feed hole is so very small. Larger seeds like sunflower would not-the birds could not access larger seeds.The classic squirrel buster feeder works well for black sunflower seed(I have one of those also, rate it 5 stars).
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The reason that we bought this feeder is to provide a feeder for smaller birds where the larger birds can not get to the feed. So far it has worked perfectly. Blue Jays and other large birds have not been able to feed at this feeder. I have not seen any Cardinals feeding at it either but we don't have that many Cardinals feeding at our Yankee Flipper feeder either.
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This feeder is designed to use black oil sunflower seed only. Larger seed, such as striped sunflower will not properly fit through the mess screen. Other smaller seed or seed mixtures with smaller seeds mixed in { such as "no waste" } will sift through the screen and fall to the ground. I have found here in central Michigan {While more expensive} black oil sun flower seed attracts all the types of birds I prefer to to see and feed. At the same time birds that I am not fond of seeing { english sparrows, grackles, black birds, and even blue jays} do not seem to like the black oil seed and thus do no monopolize my feeders. This feeder is designed to use black oil sunflower seed only. Larger seed, such as striped sunflower will not properly fit through the mess screen. Other smaller seed or seed mixtures with smaller seeds mixed in { such as "no waste" } will sift through the screen and fall to the ground. I have found here in central Michigan {While more expensive} black oil sun flower seed attracts all the types of birds I prefer to to see and feed. At the same time birds that I am not fond of seeing { english sparrows, grackles, black birds, and even blue jays} do not seem to like the black oil... » Read More This feeder is designed to use black oil sunflower seed only. Larger seed, such as striped sunflower will not properly fit through the mess screen. Other smaller seed or seed mixtures with smaller seeds mixed in { such as "no waste" } will sift through the screen and fall to the ground. I have found here in central Michigan {While more expensive} black oil sun flower seed attracts all the types of birds I prefer to to see and feed. At the same time birds that I am not fond of seeing { english sparrows, grackles, black birds, and even blue jays} do not seem to like the black oil seed and thus do no monopolize my feeders. « Show Less
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We have a lot of blue jays that come around and I haven't seen any of them attempt to get into the feeder. They would have to lift the cover of the feeder to get access, and I think it might be to heavy for them to lift. We do put out some loose peanuts where the jays can get to them, but I don't know if that is a deterrent to them trying to get into the feeder. The only problem we've had so far is that raccoons come during the night and raid it. We have combatted that by putting fewer peanuts in the feeder so they are mostly gone by the end of the day.