A grandmother in the U.K. has found a slick way to handle thieving squirrels. Sally Stranix, 64, has been smearing Vaseline on the stand of her bird feeder to stop one "greedy" squirrel from feasting ...

One man's fight against a squirrel eating from his bird feeder has delighted the internet after he shared his unusual solution to the problem. The British homeowner, who faced an intruder tucking into ...

Feeding birds is a spiritual practice. However, the moment you create a pristine setup for the birds to feed, you also send an unintended invitation to the troops of hungry rodents prowling in the ...

The green space called your backyard has seen it all—neighborhood cookouts, family gatherings, potlucks and more. But when the guests say goodbye, your backyard can be a haven for you and the wildlife ...

Squirrels have developed a reputation among homeowners for their relentless raids on backyard bird feeders, often turning peaceful bird watching sessions into a battle for food. No matter how high you ...

Anyone who’s ever tried to attract feathered friends to their backyard by installing a bird feeder knows: If you install it, they will come. "They" being squirrels, of course — and it doesn’t seem to ...

A few simple steps can keep your bird feed going to its intended recipients instead of those puffy-tailed sneaks. By John Alexander Published Jul 26, 2025 1:00 PM EDT We may earn revenue from the ...

Do squirrels at your bird feeders drive you nuts? You’re not alone. One of the most common questions we get here at Birds & Blooms is “How can I keep squirrels off my bird feeders?” So we’ve rounded ...