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A Wonderful Design, With Inviting Feeding Space For Small Birds, They Will Seek Out Your Feed Year Round.
A truly singular design, the tapered look draws all kinds of birds to it. Clinging birds can easily use the mesh to find purchase and feed while other birds can perch and feed around the bottom ring of the feeder.
I love unique feeders and this one is definitely unique. The splash of bright red in my backyard coupled with the red cardinals feeding on it is a delight to behold.
Holding two and half pounds of seed will keep the cardinals coming back again and again. This cuts down on the amount of time spent refilling which is always such a pain in the butt for so many feeders.
- Unique design
- Weather proof
- All-metal design
- Easy to clean
Solid metal construction means it is built to last. With zinc-coating, it is designed to stay looking shiny and red for years to come. I loved that it’s made to last since I have birds that feed in my yard year-round. This one can stand up to both the cold winter and hot summer without missing a beat.
The roof is removed easily by opening two different fasteners.This allows it to be easily refilled and even easier to be cleaned.
Perky Pet No/No Red Cardinal Bird Feeder
- Weight: 2.4 pounds
- Dimensions: 11.2 x 11.3 x 11.2 inches
- Mounting: Hanging
- Seed Capacity: 2.5 lbs
- Manufacturer: Perky Pet
Overall Score
Bottom Line:
If you want to admire beautiful bright red cardinals perching on your feeder then this zinc-plated rust-resistant bird feeder is a wonderfully compact solution. The perfect design of this feeder enables a panoramic view so you can admire the little Cardinals at any angle. This all-weather bird feeder can withstand harsh climate conditions like heavy snow, rains, or damaging sunshine.
What’s Good
- Panoramic view bird feeder
- Compact and ideal for smaller spaces
- Rust-free beautiful design
- All metal construction
- Long-lasting
- All-weather feeder
What’s Bad
- Small in size
- Needs multiple refilling
- Dispenses smaller seeds only
Our Verdict: No/No Red Cardinal Bird Feeder
Offering unparalleled panoramic views from almost any space, this compact feeder with its bright red finish and all metal construction can be a long-lasting addition to your backyard cardinal family. With cardinals feeding from it, their red feathers look so good on this red feeder.
Made with all metal construction, this feeder is incredibly low maintenance. There is no upkeep with this model other than to clean it. With the easy to remove top, it is easy to clean and easy to refill too. It holds an impressive two and a half pounds of seed so you won’t have to refill it as often as other feeders.
It offers:
- Panoramic views
- All-metal construction
- Easy to refill
- Easy to clean
With a low-rise build, this feeder keeps bigger birds from perching on it. The mesh offers clinging birds the chance to grip the mesh while feeding, leaving the ring around the bottom for other birds to perch on.
Related: A Buying Guide To The Best Cardinal Bird Feeders
Our Analysis, Comparisons & Test Results
When comparing the different feeders available on the market today, we take into consideration various aspects and factors in our summaries. For me, I want a long-lasting feeder that is going to look great wherever I put it. I also don’t want one that I’m going to need to get every tool out of my toolbox when I clean or refill it.
Well, this feeder met all of those expectations and more.
This one features:
- Beautiful red aesthetics
- Solid all-metal construction
- Very easy to clean
- Good sized capacity
With the tapered design, it really stands out among other feeders. There are no plastic panels that will yellow with exposure to the sunlight. The mesh provides great air-flow to keep the seed fresh and dry and overs perch occasions for clinging birds. The oversized top also helps with that and shields our bird friends from rain, allowing them to feed in any weather.
Believe it or not, even though this is considered a smaller feeder, it boasts room for up to fifteen small birds to perch. Imagine that many birds fluttering around this feeder! What a sight!
Design and Aesthetic Appeal
I loved the look of this bird feeder from the start. With the tapered design and large overhang of the top it has a decidedly different look than other feeders. It really stood out to me. When you consider that this small feeder has room for fifteen birds, it truly is a marvel. Good sized capacity will keep them coming back for more.
Things to look for:
- Unique tapered design
- Durable all-metal construction
- Room for 15 birds
- Easy open top
The open mesh seed storage area is perfect for clinging birds to feed from and to keep the seed dry and fresh. Because it is a little more squat than other feeders, it helps keep the larger birds away and lets your cardinals feed in peace.
I always look at how feeders are put together
and…
this one is built to last.
Made of all-metal construction with a weatherproofing zinc-plated coating, this feeder will stay looking beautiful for years. Squirrels can chew on they want to on this baby and it won’t matter.
The easy open top allows for stress-free refilling and cleaning. There are numerous holes throughout the bottom for drainage to help keep those seeds fresh for your cardinal friends.
We all know how important that is!
How the Perky Pet No/No Red Cardinal Bird Feeder stacks up in the design and aesthetic appeal ratings:
Storage Capacity
While the storage capacity of this feeder is not as big as some, make no mistake this is not some fluffy feeder with less than a pound of storage capacity.
No, this one holds an,
impressive two and a half pounds,
which is quite surprising considering its stout size.
Holding that much seed means less time for you to have to refill it. When you realize this feeder has room for fifteen birds, that capacity is even more important. Who wants to be refiling feeders three times a day? Not me!
The good news is…
that with the drainage holes throughout the base…
there won’t be any wasted seeds.
It won’t rot across the bottom. The other nice thing is with the mesh design, air-flow will keep the seed dry as well. Just fill it up and watch the cardinals flock to it!
How the Perky Pet No/No Red Cardinal Bird Feeder stacks up in the storage capacity ratings:
Ease of Cleaning
Nothing more frustrating and trying to clean a feeder and scraping up your knuckles or roughing up your fingers while trying to undo some kind of fancy catch to get to the interior. Well, you won’t have to worry about that with the Perky-Pet Red Cardinal Bird Feeder.
- Easy to remove top
- Rounded surfaces easy to clean
- All one piece so easy to put back together
This was such an easy feeder to clean. The top comes off quickly and easily by unfastening two connectors. Once it is removed, the large mouth of the storage area lets you…
easily wash the interior out with warm water and soap.
Because it is a cylindrical shaped feeder, there are no sharp corners or edges to worry about while cleaning. No little places where feed can hide and rot, driving your cardinals away. Cardinals tend to be picky when it comes to cleanliness which is why it is so important your feeder is easy to clean. If they smell rotten food they’ll seek another feeder.
How the Perky Pet No/No Red Cardinal Bird Feeder stacks up in the ease of cleaning ratings:
Ease of Refilling
We all have had those feeders where you just dread having to go outside and refill it. Whether it’s because it’s nearly impossible to get into the thing because the top is locked with some frustrating mechanism or the storage area has a tiny opening to pour the seed in, we’ve all had those frustrations.
Well,
with this wonderfully designed feeder,
all those concerns are gone. For me, out of all the feeders I reviewed, this was one of the easiest to refill.
Think about it:
- Two and a half pound capacity
- Easy to remove top
- Large open mouth storage container
Two small catches hold the roof on this feeder securely. Just unfasten them and the entire roof comes off exposing the large-mouth feeding area. Gone are the days of spilling half the seed on the ground.
This one makes refilling quick and easy and with two and half pounds of capacity it also cuts down on the frequency of having to refill.
How the Perky Pet No/No Red Cardinal Bird Feeder stacks up in the ease of refilling ratings:
Ease of Assembly
I slap my money down on the counter every time I read no assembly required on the box for one of my feeders.
Why? Well, why not?
If you don’t have to read hard to understand instructions and need five tools to put it together, why wouldn’t you get excited about it?
This one comes already put together and ready to go. I just opened the box and there it was, shiny, red, and rearing to be placed in my backyard.
Just open the box and,
pick your spot to place it and you are ready to go.
I love feeders with no assembly required, don’t you?
How the Perky Pet No/No Red Cardinal Bird Feeder stacks up in the ease of assembly ratings:
No/No Red Cardinal Bird Feeder FAQs:
Does Feed Stay Dry?
This feeder has multiple drainage holes around the feeding ring and inside the feeder to keep the seed dry.
Can Birds Feed Through the Mesh?
Yes, depending upon the type of seed used, birds can perch on the mesh and draw the seeds through the mesh sides.
Is This Feeder Squirrel Proof?
While this feeder is not squirrel proof it is difficult for them to get the feed for the very simple fact of its design
Will Large Birds Scare Away My Cardinals?
Because of the short length of the feeder body and the large overhanging lid, it makes it impossible for large birds to feed on this feeder. Your small birds will be just fine feeding in peace at this feeder.
Our Final Verdict: No/No Red Cardinal Bird Feeder
This feeder comes loaded with features.
All-metal construction with zinc-plating means it can withstand even the harshest weather. It will remain looking good for years to come.
Between the open mesh storage area and the drainage holes, you won’t have rotten food in this feeder.
The small size in no way means it is small on features either.
And,
The easy-to-remove top and sizable storage capacity will entertain the fifteen birds it can support easily and give you hours of delightful bird watching right outside your window.
There are no obstructions when viewing this panoramic feeder, offering countless angles of viewing pleasure!