Mandarin Squirrel Away Hanging Baffle,Green Plexiglass, 17 Inch Diameter This squirrel repelling baffle helps keep squirrels from getting into your bird feeder or annoying the birds. This is a mandarin hat shaped hanging squirrel baffle that is green and transparent. The best baffle made to stop squirrels as well as to keep pigeons from roosting . When the squirrel tries to climb on the baffle, the baffle tips and the squirrel slides off. Increases bird activity. Easy to hang using a hook of your choice to fit your branch. The baffle hardware includes a two 1 inch S hooks and a 5 inch long hook,1.5 inches in diameter to attach to the bird feeder plus a length of chain 24 inches long and about .25 inches across. Protects hanging feeders and houses. About 13 inches tall, this 17 inch diameter clear green dome never blocks view. Shelters feeder from rain and snow. 100% recycled plexiglass construction. Lifetime warranty. Instructions to Install Allow at least 6 Inches between the top ofthe baffle and the overhead limb. That discourages the squirrels from chewing on the squirrel baffle top. The brim of the baffle should be not less than 40 inches from the tree trunk the bottom of your feeder should be not less than 48 inches from the ground. For best protection keep your bird feeder tucked well up under the baffle. To hang the dome higher up the chain, place the second 1 inch S hook under the dome at a desired level along the chain. This item ships from a separate warehouse and may require extra time for delivery.