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product_id: 24749409
title: "Songbird Essentials Nectar Protector Junior, Bird Feeder Protection, Red"
brand: "songbird essentials"
price: "A$24"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/24749409-songbird-essentials-nectar-protector-junior-bird-feeder-protection-red
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
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# universal fit with S-hook & loop red hue attracts orioles & butterflies 9 oz water moat blocks ants Songbird Essentials Nectar Protector Junior, Bird Feeder Protection, Red

**Brand:** songbird essentials
**Price:** A$24
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🦜 Keep your nectar feeder buzzing with life, not ants!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Songbird Essentials Nectar Protector Junior, Bird Feeder Protection, Red by songbird essentials
- **How much does it cost?** A$24 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/24749409-songbird-essentials-nectar-protector-junior-bird-feeder-protection-red)

## Best For

- songbird essentials enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted songbird essentials brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Universal Compatibility:** Easily attaches between any feeder and hanger with included S-hook and top loop.
- • **Ant-Proof Your Feeder Naturally:** Fill the 9 oz moat with water to create an insect barrier—no chemicals needed.
- • **Low Maintenance, High Efficiency:** Concave bowl holds ample water, reducing refill frequency and hassle.
- • **Designed to Attract Nectar Lovers:** Vibrant red color draws orioles and butterflies, turning your feeder into a hotspot.
- • **Eco-Friendly Birdwatching Upgrade:** Protect your feathered friends while keeping pests at bay—nature-approved.

## Overview

The Songbird Essentials Nectar Protector Junior features a 9-ounce water moat that naturally blocks ants and crawling insects from reaching your bird feeder. Its bright red design attracts orioles and butterflies, enhancing your backyard wildlife experience. Easy to install with a universal S-hook and top loop, this low-maintenance protector keeps your feeder pest-free and vibrant.

## Description

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## Features

- Protect Your Bird Feeders from Ants and Other Crawling Insects Naturally. Just Fill the Moat with Water and Prevent Their Travel to Your Feeder.
- Red Color Attracts Orioles and Other Nectar Loving Birds and Butterflies.
- Fill the 9 Ounce Reservoir with Water to Keep Crawling Insects From the Feeder.
- Holds Any Feeder: Simply Attach Between Your Current Hanger and Feeder Using the Top Loop and the Included S Hook at the Bottom.
- Easy To Clean Concave Bowl Holds 9 Ounces of Water, Meaning it Needs Filled Less Often.

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Songbird Essentials
- **Target Species:** Bird
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Bird Feeder Protection
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Special Feature:** Built-In Ant Moat

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Where is it made?**
A: It’s stamped with "Mexico, MO" on the bottom. I would believe that it was made in the U.S., but I no longer have the original wrapper.
I will say that it is an excellent product. It’s far superior to the pretty metal one we replaced after it rusted out. That fact that you can see the water level and know when it needs to be cleaned is a real plus.

**Q: Is it plastic?**
A: Yes it is plastic. This is the first year we have used this .  We never had ants until this year, we ordered two of thesed are very satisfied and the ants can't get into the food. There have been numerous days well over 100 degrees up to 111  and both are in the sun for a good portion of the day and they have not faded or cracked .

**Q: What is the total length with both hooks attached?**
A: With the S hook attached it’s about 4.5” from top to bottom.

**Q: Does the writing on it peel off, so it's better looking?**
A: The writing does come off - Works extremely well for protection of hummer feeders against ants

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Product
*by S***E on November 11, 2024*

•Looks Great•Nice Features•Easy To Use•Well Made•Very Effective - No Ants•Good Value•Fast ShippingWorks As Advertised

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Red Minimizes Algae and Attracts Hummingbirds
*by D***N on April 25, 2017*

For years, I had been using clear plastic ant moats to protect my hummingbird feeders, but they became unsightly over the course of the summer as algae grew inside, often in the matter of days. Even though I'd clean them every week, they gradually stopped looking nice. This red ant moat solves both problems: long-term appearance and rapid algae growth since the sun can't get into the sides. (Yes, it will probably still grow algae, but mine hasn't yet.) This size is perfect, too. Smaller sizes tend to evaporate quickly, thus potentially letting in ants before you realize it, and larger sizes drop the feeder lower. Each moat comes with one S hook taped to the inside, but you'll need another to complete the connection with either the feeder itself or the shepherd hook you use. (Hummingbird feeders often come with their own hook.)I'm glad I found this. The red color keeps algae (mostly) at bay, and it serves as an additional enticement to hummingbirds, especially if you're placing your first feeder in their territory.-- Debbie Lee Wesselmann

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love that this is CLEAR so that I can see when the water level is low.
*by D***5 on February 28, 2024*

I love this Songbird Essentials Clear Nectar Bird Feeder Protector. It works perfectly as an "Ant Moat" to keep the ants from getting into my hummingbird feeder solution. Plus, this little device also attracts the smaller birds, like the yellow finches, and invites them to have a quick drink.I previously had one of these in red, hooked above my hummingbird feeder. But it fell and broke. So I found this gem to replace the broken one. I actually like this one SO MUCH better!Because it is clear I can see from anywhere when the water level is getting low or dirty.This is a keeper and I will purchase it again if it ever breaks.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-24*