Droll Yankees® Yankee Whipper® Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeder - 5 lb
$172.79
Model
YCPW-180-M
Droll Yankees® Yankee Whipper® Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeder - 5 lb
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- Weight-sensitive perches are calibrated to collapse under approximately 2 oz of weight
- Curved perch design encourages cardinals and small songbirds to eat, but prevents squirrels from feeding
- Length and width of tube are designed to prevent squirrels from reaching the ports
- Heavy metal cap fits snugly on the tube to prevent squirrels from lifting it to reach the seed
- Internal baffle design keeps seed flowing freely to the four ports
- Metal cap and base are powder-coated in blue
- Hang from the looped stainless steel wire which reduces motion
- Holds up to 5 lb of seed
Keep squirrels away from your bird feeder and save seed with the Yankee Whipper® Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeder. It allows the birds to eat and saves seed by keeping squirrels away.
Hungry birds will adapt as best they can to the conditions in order to survive and larger birds will sometimes hang onto the collapsed perch and continue to feed. It is uncomfortable for them and difficult so it discourages them but might not be the ultimate preventative.
Placement to deter squirrels: The key to keeping a bird feeder successfully squirrel-proofed is the placement. Place your bird feeder 4 feet from the ground and 8 feet from anything a squirrel can jump from. When hanging from a pole by a hook, it is recommended that the hook have at least a 16” distance from the pole. Placing a baffle on the pole or having a caged feeder will also help to ensure squirrel-proof success.
Cleaning: Dirty bird feeders spread disease. We recommend cleaning your feeders weekly, or monthly at a minimum. Do not put your feeder in the dishwasher as the high temperatures can permanently damage the feeder parts. Clean your feeders outdoors with a large bucket, and always wear gloves when cleaning. Soak your feeder in a 9:1 solution of water and bleach for 15 minutes. Then use a bird feeder brush to scrub the feeder with dish soap and water. Refill when completely dry.
Birds that use this feeder
| Droll Yankees® Yankee Whipper® Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeder, 5 lb Capacity | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 5 lb |
| Dimensions | 28.25"h x 8.25"w x 5.6"d |
| Mounting | Hang |
| Squirrel-Resistant | Yes |
| Construction | UV-stabilized polycarbonate, metal |
| Made In | USA & Taiwan |
| Prop 65 Warning | WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Bisphenol A (BPA), which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to http://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. |
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A lasting gift.
Jan 18, 2025
My husband and daughter gifted me with the Droll Yankee Flipper & the Dipper about 15 years ago for Mothers Day. My husband passed in 2019 and my daughter is now grown. I still have both feeders & I love them. However the perches on the dipper started breaking off. I found the updated version ofthe dipper, but still have the old version, missing perches. Hoping some day to find another and replace the bottom half. I love these feeders. The birds love these feeders. I highly recommend them.
The feeder is okay, but service seems designed to suck
Nov 21, 2024
The feeder is okay, but the springs break. Lots of people about that, so it's a known problem. The company said over a year ago they were going to do something about it.
No problem, it's under warranty. Fill out the "contact us" page on the website, which gets you an email which says "We no longer provide customer support or service via email" and points you to their phone number (800-352-9164). Call the phone number, and it says for warranty service, fill out the form at perkypet.com/warrantyclaim. There's no form, it just redirects you to the "contact us" page.
The clean bird food pours ...
Sep 18, 2024
The clean bird food pours out when the birds eat just a little. I would not recommend this for anyone who wants to use shelled/clean bird food.
It works better for sunflower seeds but you end up with a mess growing under it in the garden.
I'm on the 3rd one ...
Jan 25, 2024
I'm on the 3rd one of these that I've owned over the last 12 years or so and I need another replacement. The biggest complaint I have is the plastic tube will crack where the screws hold it to the bottom metal base. It's not a great design. I added some small fiber washers to the screws to spread out the pressure a little from the screw heads on the plastic tube; don't know if that really helped much. But it does keep the squirrels and most larger birds (crows and similar sized birds) from getting the seed. I've had some large birds (Blue Jays and Red Belly Woodpeckers) hold on to one perch once it flips down and reach up to the hole next to the perch they're on to get seed. The feeder hangs on a pole with a baffle on it so the squirrels have given up.
I recommend it only because I've not found another feeder that I'm willing to try yet. But it's kind of expensive.
I’ve had my feeder for ...
Dec 20, 2023
I’ve had my feeder for about 6 months. The squirrels have learned to hang onto the spinner to get it to throw seed out. It lasts about 10 days before I have to refill. At least the squirrels have to work for it. Plenty of birds get to eat from it and they love it. This feeder is fantastic entertainment from my back porch. I would definitely buy again.
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Sep 5, 2023
Best squirrel proof feeder I'e ever owned, but th springs that support the perches are terrible. If they ontinue producing this product, there must be springs available somewhere. Original price for the feeder does not put it in the throw away category when the 10 cent spring breaks.
This is the longest lasting ...
Jun 25, 2023
This is the longest lasting bird feeder I've ever had, but now the springs inside are letting go, I lost two so far. I'm wondering if I can get replacement springs for it. I really don't want to spend the money on a new one as they aren't cheap.
Nope.
May 29, 2023
Nope.
The feeder has been up for 1 week. It was fine until I looked this morning, and *poof*, the seed (the tube was filled 1/2 way) was gone. An expensive waste of both the seed and my money.
Response from Admin
Jun 1, 2023
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and are sorry to hear some critter stole your birdseed! Even for feeders with squirrel-repelling features, it's important to hang them at least 4 ft off the ground and 8 ft away from launch points. Please contact us at 800-352-9164 with any questions!
It's been tough for years for me.
May 14, 2023
I find the negative reviews interesting. I bought this feeder at least 15 years ago and it has held up very well until about eight months ago when one of the springs finally gave out. I did replace the plastic tube once 3 years ago due to significant Florida sun yellowing. I use a ten foot feeder pole with four hooks and a baffle. Now that the spring has been broken a squirrel has figured out how to hang on the bottom after he jumps out of a tree onto the pole above the baffle protection. I'd buy another if I needed one but the volume of seed it hold is so large one squirrel really isn't that big of adeal.
I would not call this ...
Apr 4, 2023
I would not call this feeder squirrel proof by any stretch, in less than 2 months the springs that hold the perches up broke and replacement springs are not available from Droll Yankee. I called and was told that they don't carry parts. At this point I don't even want a new feeder I just want my money back.
Response from Admin
Apr 6, 2023
Thank you for sharing this feedback. We're sorry to hear that this happened to your feeder. It is covered under a two year manufacturer's warranty and a lifetime warranty for squirrel damage. Please reach out to us directly for assistance. Any refunds would need to be completed through the retailer.
Q&A
I need replacement tubes for my two Yankee whippers
Question by: Jeff Jutras on May 7, 2023, 7:26 AM
While we do not offer direct sales on our site, you may be able to find replacements from other retailers such as Amazon.
Answer by: Susan (Admin) on May 9, 2023, 11:04 AM
I have this model squirrel proof bird feeder, one of the springs on one of the perches broke, can I buy a complete set for all the perches? The feeder is at least 5 years old.
Question by: David A Huthmaker on Mar 22, 2025, 12:49 PM
Hi! We're so sorry to hear that one of the perches on your feeder broke. Unfortunately, we do not sell replacement parts for any of our feeders. If you have any other questions, please call us at 1-800-352-9164.
Answer by: Victor. on Mar 24, 2025, 10:25 AM
Where can I purchase a new perch for this feeder? I have received a replacement one in the past but that seller seems to no longer exists and perky pets is now listed as the authorized dealer of Droll Yankees feeders
Question by: Cassie on Feb 4, 2025, 3:15 PM
Thank you for contacting Perky-Pet.
I wanted to inform you that we no longer sell replacement parts for the Droll Yankees® Yankee Whipper® Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeder. I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please let me know if there is anything else I can assist you with.
Best regards
I wanted to inform you that we no longer sell replacement parts for the Droll Yankees® Yankee Whipper® Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeder. I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please let me know if there is anything else I can assist you with.
Best regards
Answer by: Omkar (Admin) on Feb 4, 2025, 4:06 PM
How do I change the battery in this feeder and what size is it
Question by: Stella Martin on Feb 26, 2025, 3:45 PM
Hi, thank you so much for your question! This feeder does not have any battery inside and does not require a replacement battery. It just has springs at the bottom.
Answer by: Victor on Mar 18, 2025, 4:07 PM
Can I change curves perch to the straight perch? Birds just won't use the feeder with curved perches.
Question by: Linda Truitt on May 5, 2023, 5:11 PM
Alternate perches are not available for this feeder.
Answer by: Susan (Admin) on May 9, 2023, 10:47 AM
About Droll Yankees®
A bird feeding tradition since 1969, Droll Yankees® offers a wide selection of durable, high-quality wild bird feeders and squirrel-proof bird feeders designed with you in mind.
