Watching a squirrel dash up a tree is quite the sight, yet it's quite another to set up a bird feeder only to have these bushy-tailed bandits raid it. Birds often depend on the extra sustenance from ...

Cayenne pepper does irritate and deter squirrels, but it is not the most effective method for keeping them away. The most effective deterrent for squirrels is to take away the things attracting them ...

Attracting birds is fun and educational. There’s no easier way to become more aware of the diversity of birds that surrounds us than to put out a backyard feeder and simply glance at it from time to ...

Let's be honest: there's no such thing as completely squirrel-proof bird feeders. But you can cut down on squirrels' visits ...

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 Add Popular Science (opens in a ...

Feeding wild birds got more complicated the more we studied those birds that come to feeders. Careful research showed that some birds prefer specific foods while some birds will s tarve before eating ...

Gardeners should consider buying cayenne pepper for their garden now in May, as spring is the most effective time to use it.

Fortunately, Annie Krug from Chirp Nature Center has revealed a straightforward solution to deter rodents from plundering ...