"Jake" wrote in message
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On Sun, 24 Jun 2012 20:12:51 +0100, David Hill
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I use 2 hanging baskets on edge to partially protect my feeders
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...012/Feeder.jpg



I use a cat! The regulars seem to know he won't go for them and often
ground feed well within striking distance but he doesn't like magpies
(which are my main feathered bane here). If another cat appears in the
garden whilst birds are on the table he chases it out and then returns
to his usual spot where he does a sphinx impression and watches the
comings and goings.

Oh yes, he's good at getting grey squirrels too!

Please, please, please, can I borrow him?


Alan