[Tweeters] Cayenne in bird seed

[Marcia Ian via Tweeters]

Before buying into an HOA where it’s not permitted, I always kept a variety of bird feeders going. I bought cayenne in bulk and (if I remember correctly) mixed 2 tablespoons per 5 lbs birdseed. It did the trick. It doesn’t affect the birds but it’s a definite irritant and deterrent to mammals. I watched a squirrel sneezing and rubbing its nose after contact. I also used hot pepper suet. 

Marcia Ian
Bellingham WA