This is the second baffle of this type I’ve purchased. The first one was bought from the Canadian site & cost $69.00 CAD.
The second baffle cost considerable more since I was forced to purchase it from US. It was no longer available at Canadian site so I had to pay tariff fee, monetary exchange difference, & shipping cost- ouch! I really wanted a second baffle knowing how effective it is at preventing squirrels, chipmunks & raccoons from accessing the bird seed.
The baffle is very well made consisting of high grade metal (steel?) & high grade baked on paint to resist a harsh climate, fading, & chipping & support longevity & aesthetics in one’s garden! Now all the bird seed I buy is eaten exclusively by birds, as intended. I highly recommend this item.
There was one incident where a squirrel made his way up the pole, through the bottom & top hole of the baffle however, my husband plugged the hole with wire mesh & no further incidents!
It is very effective at keeping squirrels, chipmunks & raccoons away from bird seed .