But now I’ve finally found the solution. Hot Pepper Suet, also from Wild Birds Unlimited. I accidentally touched my eye after handling the stuff and thought I was going to be forever blind. Inferno-strength stuff. And here’s the proof: The squirrels no longer raid the feeders. They don’t even bother to come by for a sentimental look-see. The birds, on the other hand, aren’t bothered by the hot pepper at all. I was told that birds have no taste buds. I later read that birds can indeed smell and taste, but not enough to be bothered by spicy food. Who knows, maybe they find the chili-infused suet
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