Slippery SurfaceThe surface of the squirrel baffle has a black powder coating, slippery no-grip surface can stop squirrels and raccoons trying to climb on your bird feeder. This allows more wild birds to come to the feeder to eat. Protect Bird Food The squirrel proof baffle around both pole mounted and hanging bird feeders, secures bird feeders and bird houses from raiding squirrel and raccoon. Easy to installThe wrap around squirrel baffle has a foldable design, can quickly attaches to existing bird feeder poles or shepherd hooks. Snaps apart with inward pressure on each side of the seam. Additional pieces that will hold the cover are tapped to the bottom of unit. No need to disassemble the bird feeder during installation. Environmentally Materials The squirrel bezel is made of high-quality materials, strong, durable, hard wearing and stainless. You can be sure your baffle will withstand the test of time even when left out in all weathers. Suggestions for Use We recommend placing the squirrel guard at a distance of 3.5 feet or more from the ground. Use with the shepherd dog hook to get better results.