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'Red only' feeder
Design - This metal 'red only' feeder relies upon the weight difference
between adult red and grey squirrels. The squirrel crosses a see-saw before
it can get to the the food. The see-saw floor will hold the weight of
an adult red squirrel but not the larger adult grey which gets tipped
out!
Advantages - Helps reds as it
excludes some grey squirrels (not juveniles). This might help the reds
in places where both are found. Also, the metal is stainless steel and
doesn't rust.
Disadvantages - This
is the most expensive of the feeders. It is also large and can be difficult
to clean. The magnets may require some fine-tuning
to ensure that the floor tips at the correct weight. This can be done
by moving the magnet forwards or backwards or by altering the position
of the counterweights.
Supplier - Alpe Thermo Products,
Tel : 01509 620217
Mobile : 07931 355190
E-mail : alpethermo@aol.com
www.thermoproducts.co.uk
Cost approx: £75 with postage.
How should the feeder be maintained?
Check the feeder regularly to ensure that it is in full working
order. The 'Red-only' feeders will need to be checked to make sure that
lodged food does not stop the trap door from working. The magnet will
need occasional oiling along with the points where the pivot touches the
tunnel sides to ensure smooth movement of the floor. If the feeder is
not in use, it should be taken down, cleaned and stored in a dry place.
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