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Big Top Bird FeedersThe Big Top® bird feeders are squirrel resistant and small bird selective. By adjusting the seed valve located in the bowl, you can use any kind of seed.
15″ diameter dome, 3 lbs. capacity.

  • 8 port squirrel resistant and small bird selective feeder
  • 15″ diameter adjustable dome - protects seed from weather and thwarts large birds and squirrels
  • Articulating design - squirrels’ weight on dome displaces location of feeder below
  • UV stabilized polycarbonate - won’t yellow with age, dependably durable

    Droll Yankees — World’s Best Birdfeeders

    In 1969, Peter Kilham developed the A-6F tubular bird feeder, leading to a new and exciting approach in bird feeding. As an artist, engineer and inventor, he cared about using quality materials and innovative design to create a feeder that birds loved and people found easy to use. Still a best seller, the functional simplicity of the A-6 preserves its place as the standard in the industry.

    At Droll Yankees we continue to strive to maintain the high standards of design and functionality set by Peter Kilham. We’re proud of our feeders and the legacy of being recognized as makers of the world’s best bird feeders.

  • Happy 8 Hummingbird FeedersTo attract a profusion of hummers, hang the HAPPY-8 hummingbird feeders by the brass rod or pole mount.
    10″ diameter, 8 ports, 1 quart capacity.

  • Leak-proof design is a Droll Yankees Guarantee
  • 8 feeding ports attract a profusion of hummers
  • Brass rod is beautiful and dependably durable
  • Circular perch ring provides hummers with a resting place
  • Easy-fill coverAll Droll Yankees Hummingbird Feeders feature:
  • Snap-fit cover - makes cleaning easy
  • Nectar recipe engraved on the cap - consumer friendly product
  • UV stabilized impact resistant plastic - sturdy and smart looking
  • Nectar Guard® Tips - block bees and flying insects from getting to nectar
  • Tinted red color provides a natural attraction for hummingbirds
  • Removable feeding port flowers - make cleaning a snap
  • 3½ inch Perfect Little Brush - perfect for cleaning hummer ports
  • Low profile - offers unobstructed view
  • Hanging Bird FeedersThe 8″ 2 port New Generation Droll Yankees hanging bird feeders are designed for sunflower seed. Attract goldfinches, chickadees, nuthatches, titmice, woodpeckers, cardinals and others. It comes in the green of the forest (as shown) or in a rich burgundy. The base is threaded so you can attach a seed tray or pole mount.
    8″ long, 2.5″ diameter, 0.5 lb. capacity

    All New Generation Sunflower Feeders feature:

  • Powder coated finish - won’t chip or fade
  • Zinc die cast tops, bases and ports - to last a lifetime
  • Stainless steel wire - squirrels can’t chew
  • Snug fitting sliding cap - easy for you to lift but hard for squirrels
  • Top assembly - easily removed for cleaning
  • Contoured base - keeps seed within reach
  • Threaded base - attach A-6T or OMT seed tray to catch seed and provide extra room for birds
  • UV stabilized polycarbonate - won’t yellow with age, dependably durable
  • Seeds flow freely over patented seed baffle
  • August 12, 2008

    Indoor Versus Outdoor Plants

    Author: GardenOfWeedin
    Droll Yankees bird feeder

    Gardens are exceptionally hard to maintain.  Especially when just starting out in a new terrain, an outdoor garden can prove much more labor intensive than we previously intended.  The soil in an outdoor garden has usually been abused by years of mono-cropped grass.  This grass has leached the nutrients from the soil and created an unfriendly atmosphere for any new plants to come into this harsh environment. 

     The solution to this problem is simple enough.  Use indoor and outdoor potted planters to grow a variety of vegetables and flowers that you would like in your garden, then as you are waiting for these plants to grow; you can work on creating an ideal environment for them.  You can do this by removing rocks, pebbles, weeds, and bring in better soil for your new plants to flourish in.  An outdoor bird feeder can be useful in creating a variegated environment.

    Thistle Bird FeedersThe Thistle Mini Bird Feeders have all the quality but half the size of the 16in Thistle Bird Feeder.
    8″ long, 2.5″ diameter, 4 ports, 0.5 lb. capacity.

    All Classic Thistle Feeders feature:

  • Stainless steel wire - long lasting and chew-proof
  • Metal die castings - can’t be chewed by squirrels
  • UV stabilized polycarbonate tube - won’t yellow with age, dependably durable
  • Seed baffle - keeps seed within reach of birds
  • Armor bands protect tube from squirrels
  • Seed ports - sized to conserve seed
  • Distance from port to perch - ornithologically correct for birds
  • Metal perches - won’t hurt birds feet, can’t be chewed by squirrels
  • Threaded base - allows addition of tray and other accessories
  • Little Flyer Hummingbird FeedersMount the Little Flyer Hummingbird Feeders among flowers with our Garden Pole or hang them by the brass rod that is included.
    5 7/8″ diameter, 3 ports, 3/4 cup capacity.

  • Leak-proof design is a Droll Yankees Guarantee
  • Versatile 4 port hummingbird feeder
  • Brass rod is beautiful and dependably durable
  • ¼ inch Collet holds brass rod; use 7/8 inch or 1 inch Collet to pole mount
  • 4 perch areas provide hummer with resting placeAll Droll Yankees Hummingbird Feeders feature:
  • Snap-fit cover - makes cleaning easy
  • Nectar recipe engraved on the cap - consumer friendly product
  • UV stabilized impact resistant plastic - sturdy and smart looking
  • Nectar Guard® Tips - block bees and flying insects from getting to nectar
  • Tinted red color provides a natural attraction for hummingbirds
  • Removable feeding port flowers - make cleaning a snap
  • 3½ inch Perfect Little Brush - perfect for cleaning hummer ports
  • Low profile - offers unobstructed view
  • Droll Yankees Hanging Bird FeedersThe Armored Thistle Hanging Bird Feeders are a Droll Yankees standard. Our most rugged thistle feeder.
    16″ long, 2.5″ diameter, 8 ports, 1 lb. capacity

    All Classic Thistle Feeders feature:

  • Stainless steel wire - long lasting and chew-proof
  • Metal die castings - can’t be chewed by squirrels
  • UV stabilized polycarbonate tube - won’t yellow with age, dependably durable
  • Seed baffle - keeps seed within reach of birds
  • Armor bands protect tube from squirrels
  • Seed ports - sized to conserve seed
  • Distance from port to perch - ornithologically correct for birds
  • Metal perches - won’t hurt birds feet, can’t be chewed by squirrels
  • Threaded base - allows addition of tray and other accessories
  • Droll Yankees Bird FeedersThis Observer Window Bird Feeders bring the birds to your window without any obscuring plastic in between. With an ample capacity, sleek lines and a tapered overhanging roof to deflect the weather, it’s the best value in window feeders on the market. Attach it securely to your window using the three suction cups.
    7″ x 3″ x 2″ dish x 7″ tall, 20.5 lb. capacity.

    All Window Feeders feature:

  • UV stabilized polycarbonate - won’t yellow with age, dependably durable
  • Sloped cover - overhangs dish and prevents runoff of rain into dish
  • Open construction - clear view of birds on the feeder
  • 3 high quality suction cups - hold feeder securely
  • Curved rim - makes perching easy
  • Deep dish - holds two cups of seed, suet, fruit or mealworms
  • Drainage holes - eliminate water from dish
  • Large Happy 8 Hummingbird FeedersTo attract a profusion of hummers, hang the HAPPY-8 Hummingbird Feeders by the brass rod or pole mount.
    10″ diameter, 8 ports, 1 qt. capacity.

  • Leak-proof design is a Droll Yankees Guarantee
  • 8 feeding ports attract a profusion of hummers
  • Brass rod is beautiful and dependably durable
  • Circular perch ring provides hummers with a resting place
  • Easy-fill coverAll Droll Yankees Hummingbird Feeders feature:
  • Snap-fit cover - makes cleaning easy
  • Nectar recipe engraved on the cap - consumer friendly product
  • UV stabilized impact resistant plastic - sturdy and smart looking
  • Nectar Guard® Tips - block bees and flying insects from getting to nectar
  • Tinted red color provides a natural attraction for hummingbirds
  • Removable feeding port flowers - make cleaning a snap
  • 3½ inch Perfect Little Brush - perfect for cleaning hummer ports
  • Low profile - offers unobstructed view
  • Droll Yankees Hanging Bird Feeders for Happy Birds

    After years of development and testing, Droll Yankees is proud to offer the most effective squirrel-proof hanging bird feeders in the world. Unlike conventional squirrel-proof bird feeders the Yankee Family is based on the revolutionary concept that it is preferable to prevent the squirrels from monopolizing the feeder, rather than only attempting to block their access to the seed. We think you will be delighted with the quantity and variety of birds these feeders attract, and the money you save on bird seed should make you smile too!
    Length 21″, diameter 4.75″, capacity 5 lbs, 4 ports

    Droll Yankees — World’s Best Birdfeeders

    In 1969, Peter Kilham developed the A-6F tubular bird feeder, leading to a new and exciting approach in bird feeding. As an artist, engineer and inventor, he cared about using quality materials and innovative design to create a feeder that birds loved and people found easy to use. Still a best seller, the functional simplicity of the A-6 preserves its place as the standard in the industry.

    At Droll Yankees we continue to strive to maintain the high standards of design and functionality set by Peter Kilham. We’re proud of our feeders and the legacy of being recognized as makers of the world’s best bird feeders.

    Lifetime Warranty: Droll Yankees will replace any defective parts, free of charge, for as long as you own your Droll Yankees feeder. If your feeder is badly damaged by squirrels, to the extent that the effectiveness of the feeder is compromised, Droll Yankees will, at its option, either repair, replace, or send replacement parts, free of charge. This warranty does not extend to damage through neglect, accident or misuse.

    Droll Yankees is recognized by birding authorities as the makers of the World’s Best Bird Feeders.

    • Metal tops, bases, and ports are zinc die-casting to last a lifetime.
    • Plastic tops, bases, and ports are reinforced to resist squirrels teeth.
    • Tubes are UV-stabilized clear, virgin polycarbonate to withstand the sun’s rays.
    • Feeding ports are designed to optimum perch/opening dimensions for bird to feed comfortably.
    • Feeding ports on 4 and 6 port models are offset for maximum feeding access.
    • Drain holes help keep food supply dry.
    • Squirrels can’t chew through stainless stell wire.
    • Close-fitting sliding cap is easy for you to lift, but hard for squirrels to. Completely waterproof.
    • Parts have “rain guard” lip over opening, to help prevent rain getting in.
    • Angled base and depressions insure that birds can always reach even the last few seeds, avoiding residue build-up.
    • Threaded base for mounting optional pole and/or seed tray. Pole and tray fit all the feeders in the CJ systems.