Bird feeder poles come in a variety of designs, types, and functions. Depending on what you are looking for you, you might need a specific kind of bird feeder pole to comfortably hang up your favorite bird feeders. Out of the different types, the two most common are the standing poles and the deck poles. With these two types, you can always find a pole that will work for you.
A standing pole is exactly what it sounds like. These poles are generally inserted into the ground using some kind of prong system so that you can stand it up anywhere in your yard. While they can do some damage to the ground, the reality is that it is so minimal that it likely won’t be a problem. These poles can stretch up from the ground and come in a variety of different heights and designs. Some of the cheaper ones rely on a single pole or corkscrew design while others rely on a multi-pronged system that makes it easy for you to feel confident that your pole will be able to support the weight of many birds.
A deck pole is a pole that has been designed to attach to a deck or balcony. In some cases, these poles can also be affixed to certain window frames and other comparable surfaces. Unlike traditional poles that stand up vertically, these poles are generally angled out and offer one or more hooks on the end. While some can be vertical in design, most of them are made to keep the birds off of your deck so that you can watch them with ease without necessarily having to clean up after them. These poles are particularly helpful for people who do not have yards of their own, making them ideal for condos and apartments.
I bought Shepherd’s hook and a squirrel baffle for my sunflower seed feeder. I put the baffle under the feeder on the pole. Previously, the squirrels would just climb up on the shorter poles I had purchased and pig out. With this taller Shepherd’s hook and the baffle, the squirrels are “baffled”.