Squirrel Guard Squirrel Valve and Flapper Protect bird feeders, nesting boxes, and feeder poles from squirrels and raccoons with a simple, reliable deflector. Available in two installation styles to suit hanging feeders or polemounted setups. Key benefits Keeps squirrels and raccoons off feeders and nesting boxes, reducing seed loss and damage. Compatible with hanging feeders and polemounted feeders; secures to shepherd hooks or straight poles. Durable construction combines PVC and galvanized steel with a black powder coated finish for a nonstick, longlasting surface. Quick and easy to install with all hardware included. Features Element type: Squirrel Valve Materials: PVC and galvanized steel; black powder coated steel surface Two specification options: Screw style (PVC material, includes hook) for hanging feeders Pole style (includes tall and short fixing clips) for mounting on poles Fast attachment to existing poles or shepherd hooks for immediate use Package contents (choose the correct specification when ordering) Screw style option: 2 x Squirrel Valve 1 x Hook 8 x Screws 8 x Nuts Pole style option: 2 x Squirrel Flapper 2 x Fixing Clips 8 x Small Screws 12 x Nuts 4 x Large Screws How to use Screw style: Hang the squirrel valves from the provided hook on a shepherd hook or hanging arm. Tighten the screws and nuts as shown in the included hardware. Pole style: Attach the fixing clips to the pole using the supplied screws and nuts, then secure the flappers to the clips. Designed to fit a range of pole diameters. All hardware is included for a straightforward installation on two poles or two hanging points. Practical applications Backyard bird feeders hung from shepherd hooks to prevent squirrels from reaching seed cups. Polemounted feeders on lawn or patio poles where flappers attach directly to the pole to block climbing animals. Nesting boxes or platform feeders where an extra protective barrier is needed to deter raccoons and squirrels. Additional notes Two different specification products are offered. Please choose clearly: screw style for hanging installations, pole style for fixed pole installations. Product color may vary slightly from photos due to monitor differences. Minor size variations may occur due to manual measurement. This squirrel guard provides a practical, durable solution for reducing nuisance wildlife at bird feeding stations while fitting common mounting methods and including complete installation hardware.