Over 90% success rate in deterring squirrels!

Feedback from our trial indicates that over 90% of respondents confirmed either squirrels avoided the Chilli Suet entirely or were deterred after tasting them. This resulted in longer-lasting enjoyment for garden birds!

Why chilli powder?

Chilli products, particularly those containing capsaicin, can act as a deterrent for squirrels due to their sensitivity to the compound. Capsaicin is the chemical responsible for the spiciness or heat in chilli peppers. When squirrels encounter capsaicin, it irritates their taste buds and mucous membranes. This irritation causes temporary discomfort that they associate with the food source. As a result, squirrels are more likely to avoid anything spicy or chilli-infused. It is a humane, harmless deterrent that has no long-term effects on squirrels.

Is it safe for birds?

Absolutely! Birds lack the receptors that make capsaicin hot for mammals. This means that birds can consume chilli products without experiencing any discomfort.

What birds eat Chilli Suet Blocks?

Our Chilli Suet Blocks have become a favoured feed among popular garden bird species such as Robins, Blue Tits, Great Tits, Great-spotted Woodpeckers, House Sparrows, Goldcrests, Blackbirds, Wrens, Nuthatches, Thrushes, and many more!

What bird feeder should you use with Chilli Suet Blocks?

You can feed your suet blocks to garden birds with any suet block feeder. Or you can simply place your suet blocks on a bird table or ground feeder.

Size/Weight: Each suet block is 300g and fits in any standard suet block feeder.

Please note: While this product aims to deter squirrels, it is not guaranteed. Squirrel behaviour can vary, and we cannot provide refunds if squirrels consume your suet logs.

Ingredients: Wheat Flour, Beef Suet, Peanut Flour, Red Millet, White Millet, Linseed, Oilseed Rape & Ground Cayenne Pepper.

Packaging: The film wrapping on our suet blocks is fully recyclable. Our cardboard boxes are also made from recycled materials.

Free Delivery

Order by 2pm, Monday to Friday, for next working day delivery.

Free delivery on orders over £25.00 in our standard delivery areas *.

We operate a same day despatch with DPD Next Working Day Delivery for orders received before 2pm Monday to Friday.

Friday orders after 2pm will be processed on Monday.

Please note: DPD cannot guarantee Next Day Delivery. DPD Next Day Delivery has a 99.8% success rate.

 

Standard Delivery 

Orders under £25.00 are £3.95 to standard delivery areas *.

Please allow 2 working days for standard delivery. If you have not received your order within 2 working days please contact us.

 

Delivery Instructions

Safe place instructions must be left directly with DPD once you receive your delivery text or email.

 

Live Worms

These products are shipped directly from the suppliers. Please allow up to 5 working days for these items to arrive. They will arrive separately from any other products ordered from Ivel Valley Bird Food.

 

*Areas Outside of Standard Delivery (as defined by DPD)

Delivery to Scottish Highlands, Islands, and Northern Ireland are charged at varying costs. The cost for any non-standard delivery postcodes will be displayed on the checkout page once a postcode is entered. Delivery to these areas is a DPD 2-5 Working Day service. We do not ship to the Republic of Ireland.

 

We do not deliver over the weekend or outside of the UK.