How to Hang a Bird Feeder
A step-by-step guide to hanging a bird feeder, covering mount types, tools, installation steps, and common mistakes to avoid.
William Hayes
Articles by William Hayes
16 articles published
Why Aren’t Birds Coming to My Feeder?
Common reasons a bird feeder sits empty, from seed quality and placement to predator pressure and squirrel activity, with a practical checklist to fix it.
How to Stop Ants From Getting Into a Bird Feeder
Practical, bird-safe ways to keep ants off a bird feeder, including ant moats, spillage control, and specific tips for hummingbird and oriole feeders.
What Size Baffle Do I Need?
Baffle size means both mount compatibility and coverage diameter. We cover the factors that determine what size fits your setup and where to look next.
Can Squirrels Climb a Metal Pole?
Metal poles are harder for squirrels to climb than wood, but not impossible. We cover the mechanics behind it and what it means for your feeder setup.
How to Stop a Squirrel Baffle From Sliding Down
A baffle that slips down the pole loses effective height over time. We cover why it happens by mount type and how to secure it for good.
Why Squirrels Keep Getting Past Your Baffle
Beyond the basic setup checklist, we cover the squirrel behavior and tactics that defeat even a correctly installed baffle, and what to do about each.
How to Install a Squirrel Baffle on a Shepherd Hook
A step-by-step walkthrough for mounting a squirrel baffle on a shepherd hook, covering ground stability, shaft fit, and placement.
How to Install a Squirrel Baffle on a 4×4 Post
A step-by-step walkthrough for mounting a squirrel baffle on a standard 4x4 wooden post, from measuring the post to a final clearance check.
How Far Can a Squirrel Jump?
Jump distance depends on more than a single number. We break down what actually determines how far a squirrel can jump, and how it affects feeder placement.