Bird's Cole's Flaming Squirrel Wild Bird Food Additive 8 oz Soybean Oil — Discourages Squirrels, Attracts More Birds

Cole's Flaming Squirrel is a soybean-oil birdseed additive that seasons bird food to attract a broad range of wild birds while discouraging squirrel feeding.

This 8-ounce bottle from Bird's is formulated with food-grade ingredients to flavor up to 30 pounds of seed and create an environment that birds find palatable but mammals find unappealing. Designed for backyard feeders, it mixes easily into seed, suet, or platform feeders and helps you diversify the species visiting your yard without resorting to exclusion hardware.

How do I use this additive with the birdseed I already have?

Mixing is simple: shake the bottle, add the recommended portion to your seed bag or feeder, and stir or shake to coat evenly. Because the oil is concentrated, a little goes a long way—one 8 oz bottle seasons around 30 pounds of seed, so you can treat many feedings before needing a refill.

• Shake bottle well before use to distribute ingredients.
• Add to seed, suet, or platform feeders and mix thoroughly.
• Treats roughly 30 pounds of seed per 8 oz bottle.
• Use periodically to freshen flavor and maintain attraction.

Will this actually reduce squirrel visits without harming birds?

The formula is designed to taste hot to mammals while remaining acceptable to a wide assortment of wild birds; it uses 100% food-grade components so it’s intended for wildlife feeding. It does not chemically harm animals; instead, the sensory profile discourages mammal consumption while leaving seed attractive to birds.

• Formulated to be unappealing to squirrels and other mammals.
• Bird-appropriate flavoring keeps seed desirable to wild species.
• Food-grade ingredients prioritize wildlife safety when used as directed.
• Suitable for assorted species, increasing variety of visitors.

What practical benefits will I notice after I start using it?

Expect more consistent seed availability at feeders because fewer squirrels will deplete supplies, and a broader mix of wild birds may be attracted by the seasoned scent and taste. Convenience is another advantage: the liquid format makes it easy to refresh seed without changing feeding equipment.

• Less seed loss to squirrels, extending feed intervals.
• Greater diversity of visiting bird species at feeders.
• Easy application—works with seed, suet, and spread on platforms.
• Compact 8 oz bottle stores easily and treats many pounds of seed.

Are there any handling tips or compatibility notes I should know?

Store the bottle in a cool, dry place and keep the cap tightly closed to preserve potency. Avoid over-applying; follow the manufacturer’s mix suggestions to prevent excessively oily seed or mess at feeding stations.

• Keep out of reach of children and pets when not in use.
• Do not pour directly into water sources—use only on seed or feeders.
• Test a small batch first if you manage specialized seed blends.
• Wipe feeder edges if residue builds up to prevent slipping hazards.

Who is this for: Bird lovers and backyard wildlife enthusiasts who want an easy, food-grade method to encourage a wider variety of birds while reducing squirrel interference. It suits homeowners with platform, tube, or hopper feeders who prefer a simple add-on solution rather than mechanical or exclusion devices. If you feed wild birds regularly and want to protect seed stocks and see more species at your feeders, this 8 oz bottle gives a compact, long-lasting option.