When selecting a caged feeder, it is important to choose the correct style for either big birds or grey squirrels.
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For keeping squirrels out, the mesh strength is the imporant factor, as grey squirrels can be quite destructive and break thin mesh.
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Distance from cage to feeder is not so important for squirrel deterrent (as long as they can’t get their head through the gaps)
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For keeping big birds out, the important factor is distance between cage and feeder – the big birds can get their heads and beaks through even small mesh, so a gap of at least 2 inches (5cm) is best.
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We are often asked for a cage feeder that will let woodpeckers and blackbirds access the food whilst also keeping out pigeons and starlings. This is very difficult as the birds are very similar sizes.
