Wingscapes AutoFeeder Automatic Bird Feeder
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Our bird feeder is suspended from a tree by a long chain. The squirrels initially attempted to reach the unit by stretching the length of the chain, but it was far too long. They discovered how to climb down the chain after about two months. I made a cheap baffle out of a large plastic bowl, and it's been working out well so far. For a photo and more information, see my review from April 17, 2017.
It is possible to remove the wire cage as well as the platform beneath it. The seeds would then fall to the ground or onto a platform that you could build in any quantity and at any time. I'm not sure how far those seeds would spread with that setup. On their website, Wingscapes has a very detailed manual. I recommend that you read the manual because you'll probably be able to figure out if the feeder can be modified to meet your needs; I'm very happy with the feeder's performance as designed.
First and foremost, I adore this feeder. I'm not one for splurging on frivolous items, so I was hesitant to purchase it, but I'm glad I did. I've only had it up for four months, but the batteries are still in good shape. I believe the manufacturer states a year. I currently have it set to dispense three times per day for only two seconds each time, with the fourth option set to 0 seconds.
All sorts of things. It all depends on the type of seed you're using. I only use high-quality, waste-free bird seed from a reputable retailer. Fresh, high-quality food is preferred by birds.
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The food's release is timed, which I adore! It took me a few days to figure out how much to give away, and as more birds discovered it, the amount I gave away changed. We have a total of 15 people. There are 20 different types of birds that come to the feeder or the ground beneath it on a regular basis. Prior to this, there had been no feeder in the area. br>br>When the squirrels discovered they could jump up to the platform, I raised it to about 5 1/2 feet, and it took them about 2 months to figure out how to navigate the long chain that holds it up (they or the raccoons had cut the rope that held it up originally). br>br>Squirrel baffles are expensive, so I bought a large plastic bowl for $3 at my local Goodwill store. With a creme brulee torch, I cut a 5/8" hole in the bottom, threaded the chain through, and secured it with a small screw. Caribiner was typed in, and the bird feeder was attached to it. As you can see in the photo, the only large bowl I could find was not smooth, so I sprayed the outside with olive oil as an extra precaution (which completely surprised the first bird that tried to land on it). br>br>This feeder has been in use for several months, and the timer is set to dispense four times. Originally, I thought a remote control would be useful, but we've figured out a good dispensing schedule and don't need one now. Food is always available, but there isn't much left over at night for the raccoons to try to get to.
this is a game-changer This feeder deserves a lot of praise. In 2017, we purchased one for our backyard songbirds, and I recently purchased two more for our chicken coop. To begin with, it is extremely well constructed, with high-quality materials and a strong feeder. For over three years, we've had one in our backyard. It is in excellent condition, with only minor sun fading. I believe I've replaced the batteries (4xAA) at least three times. br>br>The timer is the most important feature. I choose how much and when I want to dispense each day (up to four times). Ours is set to dispense about 1 oz (about the size of a shot glass). Every day at 7 a. m. and 5 p. m. , you should drink a glass of water. This not only extends the life of the seed compared to a traditional feeder, but it also teaches the birds to eat when we are nearby. It's time to get going. When I have coffee in the morning, I spend an hour at our feeder. br>br>In our chicken coop, we installed two new ones. This isn't our main feeder because we have 11 chickens. We use it to dispense mealworms and cracked corn throughout the coop at various times and in various locations. It maintains the ladies' interest and activity. The feeding platform is easily removable, which is a fantastic feature. On our shattered-glass table We hang a corn feeder high and let the feed fall directly to the ground for them to scratch at. br>br>Anyone who enjoys birds will enjoy this product. I can't say enough about how much I like it.
I've been feeding birds for over 40 years, and there was always a mess under the feeder, which was attracting raccoons, skunks, chipmunks, and mice to feed on the leftovers on the ground. This feeder, combined with an Amazon seed catcher, virtually eliminates any leftovers from reaching the ground. From 0 to 4 times per day, the feeder will dispense seed. Each timer can be set to a different time of day and a different amount of seed to dispense in 10 seconds. Another trick is to make your own seed mix with sunflower hearts, peanuts, and a small amount of standard bird seed with millet and a few whole sunflower seeds. A large part of the mess comes from sunflower shells and certain birds rummaging through the feeder to get to the good stuff (sunflower hearts and peanuts), so simply use less of the stuff that is thrown to the ground. In the end, it is cheaper to just put the good stuff into the mix and feed less. My seed dispenser is set to dispense seed four times a day for three seconds each time. Almost no seed, peanut, or sunflower heart is left uneaten when using this method. I'm a big fan of this feeder! PS: Another trick I learned with this feeder is to reduce the size of the bottom screen by closing off the top 2/3 of the screen with clear packing tape. This allows less seed to fall through the cracks and onto the seed platter. Friends, may you be at peace.
This is an excellent construct. It's so well constructed that I'm convinced it wasn't made in China. It can also hold a significant amount of bird seed. However, if there was a way to expand it, that would be fantastic. The auto feeder system is simple to operate and understand, as well as simple to fill. It appears to be a nice system with a simple interface. br>br>So why not give it all five stars? br>It has something to do with the programming. You can only choose to feed a maximum of four times. That part isn't too bad, but the maximum timer is only 10 seconds, which irritates me. You are only allowed to go for a maximum of ten seconds. In other words, you can only feed your birds 40 seconds worth of seed in a single day at most. That is all there is to it. As well-built as this is, I wish I had more flexibility in terms of when I could use it. br>br>But it's really good apart from that.