Customer Reviews

Opus 7102 Top Flight Copper Finch Feeder

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Honestly, I haven't seen this particular model, with the so-called "copper" that another reviewer found was only plastic. (I agree; the description is highly lacking...) However there's no reason this thistle feeder wouldn't work just fine, hanging in an appropriate location, and barring the aggressions of your local squirrel population or your dropping it regularly.

I do think the buyer should know that THISTLE seed (a.k.a. Niger seed, pronounced "NIGH-jer") is very thin. Therefore, this feeder will have very narrow feeder holes, unlike a "regular" bird feeder using sunflower or mixed seed, which will NOT work here. The thistle feeder's primary purpose is to attract goldfinches, who tend to shy away from the brouhaha at mixed feeders, and to exclude those birds who frequent the larger feeders. (The other birds will give up on this one in frustration and head to feeders with easier access, which you may decide to maintain as well. I would.) The finch's bill allows it to pick the tiny seeds out from the narrow openings.

So please keep larger seed out of this feeder; the finches won't be able to get at it. You'll only be teasing them! Know that thistle seed is more costly than black oil sunflower or mixed seed, and that's what you're committed to using when you buy this type of seed-specific feeder.

Please do a little reading before placing the feeder outside. Any book on backyard bird feeding will be helpful. You'll find it may take time for the goldfinches to find your thistle feeder, as is often the case with *any* new feeder. You'll learn which seasons are best for goldfinches to be in *your* geographic area. And you will then know what areas of your yard are best for placement of the feeder.

Seriously consider keeping some sort of water nearby as well. If not a birdbath proper, a large, shallow dish with water and a few large stones in it will do nicely. Just remember to change the water every couple of days.

Most of all, enjoy watching *all* the birds, and dig deeper into the many books that are available to deepen your knowledge and appreciation! ...

Although the recipient of this gift says she likes it, I was disappointed. When the description said "metal" and "copper finish" I, mistakenly expected the copper to be metal. Not plastic. I only hope it lasts for more than one season. <sigh>

This feeder is for thistle, which finches love. They are attracted to the feeder. However, when it rains, the (very expensive) thistle gets wet and clogs the tiny feeder openings and they have to be cleaned with a piece of strong wire or something very small in diameter. Wet thistle is not appetizing to the birds, nor to me. It does not dry out, but clumps and rots. In additon, the feeder is very difficult to clean. If you already own one, may I suggest adding an umbrella baffle. Of course, you could always bring it in before a rain, or hang it under protection.....

For some reason, the finches we have at our house refuse to use this feeder -- even though they flocked to a cheap $5 tube feeder I had before this one! The other cheaper feeder had a flat tray on the bottom, which they seem to prefer over this design. I left it hanging out there for weeks and not one bird used it, so I finally gave up.

Bought this feeder as a gift. The actual bird feeder was plastic at the bottom of the unit and the copper had scratches over most of the metal surface. Unfortunately, never found out how this feeder worked with the birds as the plastic bottom was a defect and did not actually attach. Without the bottom sealing the feed chamber, the feeder would not work. Buyer beware!

A very nice feeder. Finishing putting it together was not
too simple. The pegs and also the bottom tray took some
sanding,etc to get it to fit. Especially the bottom tray

Company is VERY, VERY quick with delivery. It wasn't the finch feeder I wanted though...feeder discontinued that I had wanted. Waiting for credit to my charge card. This is a very nice birdfeeder, howver I had already received a free one (similar) that was replaced through Opus's lifetime warranty. Very pleased to report..they do honor their guarantees..very quickly I might add.

I bought this feeder for a friend who has about 10 bird feeders. She loves it.