Question 1

Not only do I have squirrels but I have a raccoon.  Do you think this feeder will withstand the weight of a raccoon?

Accepted Answer

Our feeder hangs from a shepherd's hook that we drilled into a tree. Our resident raccoon straddles the tree with his hind legs, gets his front claws into the feeding holes, and then has a smorgasbord by either sticking his snout into the feeding holes or by shaking out the seed, which then falls to the ground. While his technique may be annoying to us humans, he hasn't managed to destroy the feeder yet.

We're resigned to feeding the squirrels, raccoons, deer, and even a visiting bear, in addition to birds.

Question 2

Is this at all water-resistant? I live in Florida and we have a great deal of rainfall. This is a big investment to see ruined in the first storm.

Accepted Answer

If there is going to be freezing rain or snow (unlikely in FL) or very heavy, windy rainfall, then it's recommended that you turn off the power (there is a switch right on the feeder). If it's really bad, you can pull out the core (the battery). You just twist the perch and the perch/core combo comes out. You also do this when you need to recharge it. You can leave the actual feeder outside--just remove the battery. Having said that, we are on our second Yankee Flipper after about 15 years with the first one! That first version had no ability to remove the core or turn off, and yet it still lasted that long through Chicago-area rain/snow/wind. The only reason we replaced it is that the battery would no longer charge. That's a really long time for something to work unfailingly! You can always buy a baffle to put over the top if you feel the need. They come in plexiglass, metal or plastic. Hope that helps.

Question 3

What do people think about all of the seed that falls out of the large feeding ports

Accepted Answer

If you check the actions of the birds on the feeders with your binoculars, studying them very carefully, I think you will find that most of the seed landing on the ground has been pitched out by the birds themselves and is not falling out of the feeder. I have watched this action myself. I think Mourning Doves are not well understood but they are actually quite beneficial to us. They eat all the weed seed they can find on the ground and it does not pass through their digestive systems to get deposited somewhere else. They consume grit, tiny sharp edged pieces of rock, that serve to grind up the seeds they eat the seeds thus turning the seed into energy for them rather than new weeds "for" us.  I use one of these feeders myself with a tray attached underneath. The tray catches a high percentage of discarded seed and it is often eaten by other birds. A feeder tray pays for itself if you want to reduce your offerings to doves and squirrels.

Question 4

how do you remove the bottom to charge the unit?

Accepted Answer

Hi Vickie.  Holding the feeder upside down, turn the base counterclockwise. It will rotate slightly and then separate from the green piece that has the feeder holes in it.  The charging receptacle is in the top of the post.  Hope this helps. Ken

Color	Green
Size	17.25"
Style	Flipper
Height	29 inches
Length	9 inches
Weight	6.2 Pounds
Width	9 inches
Material Type	Metal, Polycarbonate
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Power Source	Manual
Features	Squirrel Proof
Included Components	Stand
Batteries Included?	Yes
Brand	Droll Yankees
Manufacturer	Droll Yankees
Item model number	Yankee Flipper
Product Dimensions	21.59 x 21.59 x 72.39 cm; 2.27 kg
ASIN	B00004ZB4U

Droll YankeesSquirrel-Proof Bird Feeder

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