Chipmunks Can Teach Us Lessons

Bird Feeder

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Outside our kitchen window we have a squirrel-proof bird feeder. It not only attracts birds, many species, but it brings in squirrels, chipmunks, even predators like hawks and cats. 

We enjoy our wildlife menagerie because they are not only enjoyable to watch but they also remind us of certain personal responsibilities that cannot be delegated to the community or to the government — like having adequate food supplies on hand in case of natural emergencies. Incidentally, the squirrel-proof feeder drives the squirrel’s nuts — pun intended.

Chipmunks can remind us of our responsibilities

Loads Of Wildlife At The Bird Feeder

Bird Feeder

Wildlife converging at the bird feeder in my back yard to eat the seeds dropped by the birds. Located on the east side of Indianapolis, Indiana.

wildlife at the bird feeder

Bird Feeder Owner vs Squirrels

Bird Feeder

Like many homeowners, I enjoy watching birds at my bird feeder in the winter months. All season long, we have an abundance of feathered visitors – chickadees, nuthatches, finches; ground feeders like cardinals and juncos; and many sparrows and starlings.

Rocketing Rodents

Outwit The Squirrels At Your Bird Feeder

Bird Feeder

Here is an idea to squirrel proof your bird feeder.

I needed something to make the post unclimbable, something slippery perhaps. A flash of inspiration came to me. What about Vaseline?

I've outwitted the squirrels stealing my birdseed