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Droll Yankees tube feeders

Metal-port tube feeders built to outlast the squirrels and the seasons.

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Droll Yankees tube feeders at a glance

What we like

  • Metal feeding ports resist chewing better than all-plastic feeders
  • Sturdy construction that is designed to be used for years
  • Several sizes and port styles for different seeds

Trade-offs

  • Costs more than plastic feeders
  • Not squirrel-proof on its own, so pair it with a baffle
  • Different models suit different seeds, so check which you are buying
Best for
A feeder you will keep for years and refill every week.
Skip it if
You want the cheapest feeder to test the hobby.
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We haven't confirmed hard specs for this product on the maker's own page, so it's described at the product-line level. Check current specs and sizes before you buy. This is research-based, not a hands-on review. See how we pick products.

Where it appears in our guides

  • Best long-lasting tube feeder

    Best Bird Feeders

    Metal ports resist chewing, and the build is made to last for years, so it is a feeder you can refill all winter. It costs more than plastic, and it is not squirrel-proof on its own, so pair it with a baffle.

    Guide updated · Read the full guide

  • A feeder to start with

    How to Attract Birds to Your Yard

    A sturdy tube feeder filled with black oil sunflower seed is the classic starter setup. Add a baffle if squirrels live nearby.

    Guide updated · Read the full guide

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