How do SQUIRREL FREE products keep squirrels out of the bird feeder?
Scientists at SQUIRREL FREE, INC. have developed a proprietary blend of oleoresin of capsicum and ground cayenne pepper, which we refer to as PEPPER TREAT. This patent protected technology is applied to wild birdseed under stringent controls in manufacturing. Many animal behavior studies were performed at Cornell University by the Department of Natural Sciences to determine the exact amount needed to discourage most squirrels from eating. Tests also validated that PEPPER TREAT does not have any negative effects on birds or squirrels. Squirrels, as well as all mammals with capsaicin receptors will taste the “heat” from the pepper, while birds will not. Squirrels are very smart and will very quickly begin to look elsewhere for food.
