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How to feed the birds without feeding the rats?

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  • Thanks Joyce! I'm glad to hear the squirrel baffle works. I had tried to convince myself that there is just the one rat, but there are probably more. I hope there are not families though. I saw a rat again this morning on the empty bird table and I'm getting worried that I'm seeing a rat daily now. It's bold and doesn't seem to mind me or my dog so I have decided not to put any further bird food out for now. 
  • FairygirlFairygirl Posts: 55,117
    Unfortunately, if you're seeing them [and it is 'them' not just one  ;) ] the only solution is to clear away all food for a while, and then only put a small amount out that the birds consume during daylight. 
    Beyond that, it's a case of traps. 
    It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....



    I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
  • I had a similar problem, but now hang the fat balls along the length of the washing line whilst it’s not in use over winter. 
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