I recently started feeding the birds in my backyard. Not surprisingly, within a few days, I saw a large, fat squirrel hanging headdown, trying to empty the feeder. I'd like to hear people's opinions on feeding the squirrels. Do you try to discourage them, tolerate them, or actively provide food for them? I notice, in the stores, that they seem to sell some food specifically intended for the squirrels--dried cob corn, peanuts in the shell, etc. I have mixed feelings. The birds seem "cuter" to me & I'm afraid the squirrels will hog all the food & scare the birds away. On the other hand, I suppose they have a right to eat, too. Opinions?

Barbara