Do Deer Feeders Scare Deer

Because not all spin feeders blend in with the natural surroundings, you may wonder if even their existence will scare deer away. Although these feeders seem like they have the potential to scare deer, they actually attract them.

How long does it take for deer to get used to a feeder?

It normally takes around three weeks for deer to get used to a feeder. During this transition phase, you should avoid doing any maintenance work on your feeder and let the herd get accustomed to their new food source.

Will deer come to an empty feeder?

Clean Up Feeding Areas: Deer happily graze on spilled seed under feeders, but with their huge appetites, they will quickly turn to empty the feeders themselves. Only offer enough food for birds to eat in one day, and clean up spilled seed to eliminate this convenient food source.