Why it may suit you
- Shuts all four ports when a squirrel climbs on, with a wide top for filling.
- Squirrels: spring-loaded perches and a weight-sensitive lid shut all 4 ports when a squirrel or larger bird puts weight on them.
Know before you buy
- Hang it 4 ft up and 8 ft from anything a squirrel can jump from, as Woodstream advises.
- A heavy bird on a perch shuts the ports, just as a squirrel does.
Features & practical details
- Model number
- Squirrel-X X8
- Capacity
- Up to 2.5 lb of mixed seed or sunflower
- Squirrel mechanism
- Spring-loaded perches and a weight-sensitive lid shut all 4 ports when a squirrel or larger bird puts weight on them
- Mounting clearance
- 4 ft off the ground and 8 ft from anything a squirrel can jump from; on a pole hook, at least 16 in from the pole
- Cleaning
- Woodstream advises washing it weekly, monthly at the least: soak in 9 parts water to 1 part bleach for 15 minutes, scrub with dish soap and water, and let it dry before refilling; not in the dishwasher; wide top opening
- Returns to the maker’s shop
- Most direct Woodstream purchases may be returned within 30 days of receipt in original condition and packaging, shipped prepaid; merchandise cost is refunded or replaced
Before it goes outside
Check the exact mount and any required adapters, the loaded weight, and whether you can safely reach the feeder for cleaning. Keep included parts visible on your shopping list so you do not buy them twice.
Keep the food dry, remove spoiled seed and debris, and choose a compartment you can clean thoroughly.