{"product_id":"birds-coles-flaming-squirrel-wild-bird-food-additive-8-oz-soybean-oil-discourages-squirrels-attracts-more-birds","title":"Bird's Cole's Flaming Squirrel Wild Bird Food Additive 8 oz Soybean Oil — Discourages Squirrels, Attracts More Birds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCole'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.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use this additive with the birdseed I already have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMixing 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShake bottle well before use to distribute ingredients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdd to seed, suet, or platform feeders and mix thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTreats roughly 30 pounds of seed per 8 oz bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse periodically to freshen flavor and maintain attraction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this actually reduce squirrel visits without harming birds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFormulated to be unappealing to squirrels and other mammals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBird-appropriate flavoring keeps seed desirable to wild species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFood-grade ingredients prioritize wildlife safety when used as directed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for assorted species, increasing variety of visitors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat practical benefits will I notice after I start using it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLess seed loss to squirrels, extending feed intervals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGreater diversity of visiting bird species at feeders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEasy application—works with seed, suet, and spread on platforms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact 8 oz bottle stores easily and treats many pounds of seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any handling tips or compatibility notes I should know?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets when not in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not pour directly into water sources—use only on seed or feeders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTest a small batch first if you manage specialized seed blends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWipe feeder edges if residue builds up to prevent slipping hazards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How much seed does an 8 oz bottle treat?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: One 8 oz bottle seasons about 30 pounds of birdseed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use it with all feeder types?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes—it's suitable for tube, hopper, platform feeders and suet mixes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Bird's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56834437513556,"sku":"B07DDMMSGR","price":79.53,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/birds-coles-flaming-squirrel-front-packaging.jpg?v=1787050331","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/birds-coles-flaming-squirrel-wild-bird-food-additive-8-oz-soybean-oil-discourages-squirrels-attracts-more-birds","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}