Birdfeeders

If you want to keep the jays away, there are a few tricks to use. First, don’t use platform feeders or hopper feeders that are completely open. These will draw lots of jays to the party. The most effective feeder to use is one with a cage around it. These are called squirrel proof bird feeders, but are very effective in keeping out large birds. The smaller sparrows, chickadees, juncos and other small birds soon figure out how to get inside the cage to feed. These squirrel proof bird feeders are more expensive than uncaged models, but are well worth the extra money if jays have become a nuisance in the yard. Another option is hanging bird feeders with an adjustable dome. If the dome is hung low over the feeder, it will accommodate only small birds. If you are currently using tube feeders, take off the plastic tray. It is hard for jays to land on the small plastic perches so are less likely to frequent a plastic tube feeder