Are the flowers raised to keep rain out, and they part of the molded top? We've had problems with squirrels stealing detachable flowers.
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Andrew -- the flowers are molded into the top and don't detach. As for the rain, ours is under an overhang, so not sure. We're happy with this feeder, especially since it can go through the dishwasher to thoroughly clean it. Good luck.
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The flowers are part of the molded top and are not detachable. I don't know whether their purpose is to keep rain out.
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The flowers are molded, but NOT raised up so they can't keep the rain water out. Unfortunately I found out this too late (the picture didn't show this detail). Also, the dish is too deep such that the hummers might have difficulty reaching the water when it's near empty.
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No but the baby squirrels use it in the rain. Even though I'm not a big fan of them it's really cute.
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Not in our neighborhood. The red squirrels simply hang upside down from the roof and have a feast. I added a roof extension using a sheet of polymer plastic (the kind you use as a cutting board). Now when they try to hang down, it collapses and dumps the buggers on the ground.
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No problem. The seed access closes when something heavier than a bird gets on the perch so even if a squirrel climbs down he still can't get access.
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The squirrels will still make their way to the open feeder. Some actual feeders are better than others for keeping squirrels out! This is a nice "arm" to extend your feeder away from your deck or patio rail and keeps the seed clutter from sitting on your deck floor!
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I've never bothered with a rain cover and the birds don't seem to mind. Because of the open screen, it dries out if the birds haven't eaten it all up first. As to the squirrels, as long as I keep the feeder on a tight rope line and out of jumping range, the squirrels don't bother it. BTW, I am a huge fan of this feeder. Tried many others, but this one is the best in regard to wasted seed and invaders.
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certainly this is better than a flat feeder. The top is well protected from rain, but the bottom where the birds sit and feed is open somewhat to rain. We have little to no rain in LA, but tons of squirrels. The Squirrels never get on it. you might want to look for a feeder with a large canopy.
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IF you have it hanging, it needs to be protected from predators & squirrels; IF it's pole-mounted, as long as the feeder is high enough to keep predators away (& hopefully has a baffle of some sort under it to keep squirrels from climbing up). Also make sure that the seed is good (not moldy). BTW - are you using Black Oil Sunflower Seed? Our Cardinals (as well as numerous other species) love it & are on the feeder constantly. We found that the (usually) super cheap "Wild Bird Seed" has so much filler in it that no one wants it & there's a lot of waste. Many Cardinals & others will ground-feed, as well.Good luck! IF you have it hanging, it needs to be protected from predators & squirrels; IF it's pole-mounted, as long as the feeder is high enough to keep predators away (& hopefully has a baffle of some sort under it to keep squirrels from climbing up). Also make sure that the seed is good (not moldy). BTW - are you using Black Oil Sunflower Seed? Our Cardinals (as well as numerous other species) love it & are on the feeder constantly. We found that the (usually) super cheap "Wild Bird Seed" has so much filler in it that no one wants it & there's a lot of waste. Many Cardinals & others will... » Read More IF you have it hanging, it needs to be protected from predators & squirrels; IF it's pole-mounted, as long as the feeder is high enough to keep predators away (& hopefully has a baffle of some sort under it to keep squirrels from climbing up). Also make sure that the seed is good (not moldy). BTW - are you using Black Oil Sunflower Seed? Our Cardinals (as well as numerous other species) love it & are on the feeder constantly. We found that the (usually) super cheap "Wild Bird Seed" has so much filler in it that no one wants it & there's a lot of waste. Many Cardinals & others will ground-feed, as well.Good luck! « Show Less
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The seed inside stays dry, but if there is blowing rain or snow the seed in the tray will get wet. I usually scrap it out onto the ground for the squirrels, give the feeder a shake to bring new food down and it's good to go. This is my second Triple Bin feeder and I would buy a third.
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We have lots of chipmunks. Never seen one on either of our Brome feeders. Squirrels get on there but get no access to the seeds, so they sit under it waiting for birds to drop stuff.
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I have the same thing here...it is great for squirrels not getting at the food but the seeds will still fall to the ground creating "weeds". I have this in my backyard and there is nothing to prevent it. It drives my husband crazy too because he takes care of the lawn. The seeds fall into the rocks around the pool and create a "weed" type of nuisance.
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So far I have not had any trouble with squirrels getting into the feeders. ButI would not go so far as to say they are squirrel proof. Mine hang on a metal pole away from trees where a squirrels could jump onto the feeder.
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We had the same problem at first but finally the birds are using it. However it is NOT squirrel proof. We spent a lot for this and one from Lowes would be just as good. Went out one morning and the squirrel was inside it having a feast! Had to tape the top closed. They hang from the pole and push the feeder back and forth til the seed falls out. Good luck.
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I have not had this problem with squirrels. Because of the raccoons, I just take my feeders in each night at dusk. The birds don't come much at night. I put them out in the morning while the coffee is brewing. I have three and can carry all three of them out at once. It is not much of an inconvenience to bring them in at night. Creating a flat point on the rod so it clampsore firmly (as previously suggested) should inhibit the squirrels from pulling it over.
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Bottom does come off with Phillips head screws. My husband drilled out and put larger screws to make it faster. Also he drilled holes in bottom bigger so it doesn't hold water. Chipmunks will fit in and squirrels figured out how to lift top so we put a large piece of wood so they can't lift top. So far it's the best feeder we have!
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Only if you leave it open. If you see in the picture, the squirrel has opened the top and is keeping it propped open with his head. Our squirrels do this all the time and will even hop inside, especially if it's raining. But the lid will fall back down if it is not being kept propped up. So, the birds usually can't get inside, but they do sit on the ledge and eat the seed that we put there for them. Hope this helps!
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It sounds like you are doing everything right-- offering a water source and trees and shrubs for shelter. Timing could be the issue here. Birds can be pretty suspicious of anything new, and it will take time before they will eat from the feeder (especially since their natural food sources are becoming available as we get further into spring). Just please make sure you are keeping the seed in the feeder fresh-- maybe keep a little less seed in the feeder and change it every few days until you start to get some visitors. Also, are you seeing Finches at any of your other feeders? If not, you may attract them to your area by planting some milkweed or composite plants.