By strategically placing bird feeders away from these platforms, squirrels will be less likely to reach them. Another must is to prevent squirrels from climbing poles upon which feeders are mounted. The best method is to use a six foot length of material such as PVC or plastic at least three inches in diameter to cover the mounting pipe. This material is just slippery enough to prevent squirrels from getting a grip. Finally, by placing a feeder with peanuts or other squirrel favorites on the other side of the yard, squirrels will be apt to spend more time there than they will bothering the food targeted for birds.
Squirrels are a game species in North Dakota, meaning there is an open season for harvest.
If you are living out of city limits, squirrels can be taken with the appropriate hunting licenses. Squirrels may also be moved by live trapping but they often return to the original location if not taken far enough away or simply are replaced by another neighboring squirrel who moves in to take advantage of the open habitat. This small, flying mammal has been highly persecuted in the past because of the misconceptions developed by movies and those spreading rumors and personal fears. In reality, bats are one of the most beneficial sources of insect control in the world. Bats can each consume half their weight in insects each night.