Squirrel Baffles

Squirrel baffles quite simply stop squirrels climbing up bird feeder poles and bird tables. They can also be used to stop squirrels jumping on to bird feeders and stealing the food. 

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  • Embossed Metal Squirrel Baffle metal squirrel baffle bird pole

    Wrap Around Metal Squirrel Baffle

    £22.95
    £22.95
    • Helpful: protects your bird food against squirrels
    • Easy use: compatible with feeding stations & feeder poles
    • Sturdy: simple yet tough metal construction for longer life
  • Bird Table Squirrel Baffle

    Bird Table Squirrel Baffle

    £25.95
    £25.95
    • Effective: prevents squirrels stealing food from the bird table
    • Versatile: fits any table with posts from 38mm to 60mm
    • UK Made: designed and manufactured in the UK
  • Clear Universal Squirrel Baffle; Clear squirrel baffle supplied with multiple fixings; Clear squirrel baffle pole mounting; Clear Squirrel Baffle in situation

    Clear Squirrel Baffle

    £24.95
    £24.95
    • Adaptable: Suitable to use with hanging feeders and effective against rain
    • Convenient: Super slippery surface beats the most determined squirrel
    • Universal: Compatible with 12mm 22mm and 25.5mm diameter garden poles
  • Metallic bird feeder squirrel baffle hanging from a branch with a garden background metal squirrel baffle for bird feeders

    Feeder Defender Squirrel Baffle

    £24.95
    £24.95
    • Effective: prevents squirrels stealing food from your bird feeders
    • Sturdy: powder-coated, weathershield metal construction
    • Flexible: works with all hanging bird feeders to provide great protection
  • A bird feeder with a squirrel baffle attached hanging from a pole with a blurred garden background.

    Versatile Squirrel Baffle

    £24.95
    £24.95
    • Adaptable: Use above or below feeders
    • Convenient: Simple and effective cat and squirrel deterrent
    • Universal: Fits poles up to 25.4mm (1")

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Many UK gardens with bird feeders attract squirrels. To prevent these agile creatures from accessing bird food, squirrel baffles can be used on various feeding structures. This prevents squirrels climbing down trees and fences to reach the food as well as on poles and bird tables.

A simple solution

Squirrel baffles are a quick and easy solution to stop the squirrels in your garden from stealing bird food. They can be used with an existing bird table or bird feeder, as a simple, low-cost solution.

Squirrel baffles with Ark Wildlife

At Ark Wildlife, we want to help you turn your garden into a space that can be enjoyed by all visitors, and not just the dominant ones who steal all the food! With an efficient design, their smooth surface quickly tips off any squirrel trying to defeat it by jumping and landing on it.

Built to last

Squirrel baffles are made from sturdy materials that can withstand the ever-changing British weather. Made from metal or plastic, these baffles will not only look good in your garden but also protect bird food from furry thieves for years to come.

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How does a squirrel baffle work?

A squirrel baffle serves as a barrier that prevents squirrels from climbing up or jumping onto bird feeders. Its smooth, angled, or dome-shaped surface makes it difficult for squirrels to grip onto.

How do I assemble a squirrel baffle?

Follow the instructions included with your squirrel baffle. Easy to assemble, most squirrel baffles have sections that attach together and can be secured to the feed pole.

How high does a squirrel baffle need to be?

A squirrel baffle should be positioned at least 1.5 metres (around 5 feet) above the ground to help prevent squirrels from reaching the feeder. The feeder should sit above the baffle, with enough distance between the two to stop a squirrel climbing or jumping around it. If the baffle is mounted too low, squirrels may be able to bypass it by reaching from the ground or nearby structures. Always check the installation height before fixing it in place.

My squirrel jumps over the baffle. What have I got wrong?

If a squirrel is jumping over a baffle, check whether it can launch from a nearby structure or branch. A baffle protects the feeder pole, but squirrels can bypass it by jumping from fences, sheds, walls, trellises or overhanging branches. Keep the feeder pole away from potential launch points and allow as much clear space around it as possible. Remember that squirrels can also drop down onto a feeder from above, so check for overhanging branches too.

Should a baffle wobble, or be fixed solid?

A squirrel baffle should be securely attached to the pole, but some baffles are designed to tilt or move when a squirrel tries to climb onto them. This movement can make it more difficult for the squirrel to gain a secure grip and bypass the baffle. Dome style baffles may use this principle as part of their design. Always follow the manufacturer's fitting instructions, as the correct installation will depend on the type of baffle you are using.

Will a baffle stop rats climbing the pole?

A suitable baffle can help prevent rats from climbing a feeder pole and reaching bird food. Rats are capable climbers, so the baffle needs to be correctly positioned with no nearby branches, walls or other structures that could provide an alternative route. It is also important to clear away spilled seed beneath feeders regularly, as readily available food on the ground can attract rats even when access to the feeder is restricted.

Do baffles work on a feeder hanging from a branch?

A pole baffle will not protect a feeder that is hanging from a branch, as it is designed to prevent squirrels climbing up from below. For a hanging bird feeder, a dome-style baffle positioned above the feeder can help prevent squirrels reaching it from the branch or hanging wire. The baffle needs to be fitted securely and positioned correctly for the feeder design. If squirrels can approach from another direction, check for nearby branches or structures they could use.

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