Audubon

Buying Guide: Choosing a Bird Feeder or Squirrel Baffle

Feeders for Different Birds
Audubon's oriole feeder has perches and a built-in ant guard for jelly and nectar. Thistle tube and sock feeders are offered for finches, and platform feeders are offered for wild birds. The gazebo feeder is suited to mixed seed, and the cafe feeder is offered for wild birds.

Squirrel Control
Squirrel baffles mount on a pole below the feeder to stop squirrels from climbing. A wrap-around baffle is made for poles that will not come apart, and a two piece baffle can be mounted without removing the feeder. A cedar squirrel feeder gives squirrels their own food source.

Houses and Accessories
The cedar bluebird house has a front panel that opens for nest checks and cleaning, with a brass latch at the base. A brushed copper weather guard shields feeders from rain. A seed catch tray for the bottom of tube feeders catches falling seed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Audubon make?
Audubon offers bird feeders in oriole, thistle tube, sock, platform, gazebo, cafe and window mount styles. It also offers cedar bird houses, squirrel baffles, a squirrel feeder, a weather guard and a seed catch tray.

How do I choose the right feeder or squirrel baffle?
Pick the feeder style for the birds and seed you plan to use, such as a thistle tube or sock feeder for finches. For a squirrel baffle, check that your pole's diameter matches the baffle before buying, and match the part number or size on your old part when replacing one.

Is a cedar bird house meant for bluebirds?
Yes, Audubon sells a cedar bluebird house. Its front panel opens for nest checks and seasonal cleaning, and its entrance is placed high on the front panel to create a deep home.