On 15/08/2013 20:02, Jake wrote:

I then installed a bird-proof squirrel feeder on their route into the
garden. (bird-proof to stop birds choking on the larger whole stuff).
The squirrels quickly worked out how to get at their stuff and leave
the bird feeders alone now.

I use a feeder with a metal mesh. The squirrels soon give up when they
find it's not worth their while to try to nibble the peanuts through the
mesh (they can't bite through it).

Mind you, the local thug (aka great spotted woodpecker) now reigns
supreme when he decides he wants the peanuts. Heaven help any smaller
bird who tries to feed from it at the same time!

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Jeff