{"title":"Staff Picks","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-picked favorites from the Rustic Feathers team: well-made feeders, birdhouses and bird baths we would happily put in our own backyard.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"brome-squirrel-buster-classic-squirrel-proof-bird-feeder-2-4-lb-seed-capacity","title":"Brome Squirrel Buster Classic Bird Feeder, 2.4 lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Brome Squirrel Buster Classic holds 2.4 lb of seed and has four feeding ports. Birds can use the perches or cling to the wire cage. When a squirrel puts its weight on the cage, the cage slides down and covers the feeding ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow the Squirrel-Resistant Design Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe feeder relies on the squirrel's weight to activate the closing mechanism. For best performance, keep nearby railings, branches, and other surfaces far enough away that a squirrel cannot reach the ports without putting its weight on the feeder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow at least 18 inches of clearance around the feeder. Allow approximately 32 inches from the hanger loop to the base when choosing a hook or hanging location.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCapacity \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed capacity: 2.4 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding ports: 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerches for perching birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire cage also provides clinging space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I adjust the closing weight?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The Squirrel Buster Classic uses a fixed weight setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I clean it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe feeder comes apart by hand for routine cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompare Brome feeders\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a similar seed capacity with an adjustable closing weight, consider the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/brome-squirrel-buster-legacy-squirrel-proof-bird-feeder-1-5-quart-tube-feeder\"\u003eSquirrel Buster Legacy\u003c\/a\u003e at 2.6 lb. 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Proper placement can improve performance; keep the feeder away from nearby branches, fences, and rooflines that squirrels can use to bypass the feeder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHang the feeder in a location that gives birds nearby cover while keeping the feeder reasonably open and visible. Clean it regularly with warm soapy water, rinse thoroughly, and allow it to dry before refilling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat seed works well in this feeder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack oil sunflower seed and quality seed blends are good general-purpose choices. Safflower and sunflower kernels can also be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this feeder completely squirrel proof?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is designed to be squirrel resistant. 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