The ‘Open Table’ Large Platform Feeder

The Experience

The ‘Open Table’ Large Platform Feeder creates a broad, stable feeding surface for cardinals, jays, doves, woodpeckers, grosbeaks, and other birds that prefer room to land and feed comfortably. Its generous 21.5-inch square design also makes it a strong choice for larger visitors—including American Crows—when mounted in an open, thoughtfully positioned feeding area.

Use it as a standalone pole-mounted platform feeder, or install it beneath a hopper feeder to catch scattered seed and hulls before they reach the ground. The neutral taupe finish blends naturally into garden and woodland settings, while durable recycled poly lumber provides a low-maintenance alternative to traditional wood.

Scientific Engineering

• Expansive Feeding Surface: The 21.5-inch square platform provides ample landing and feeding space for both small songbirds and larger backyard species.
• Dual-Purpose Design: Functions independently as a platform feeder or beneath a hopper feeder as a seed catcher.
• Two Removable Drainage Screens: Polyester powder-coated screens promote airflow and drainage to help keep seed drier and fresher.
• Recycled Poly Construction: Durable poly lumber is designed to resist cracking, splitting, and fading through changing outdoor conditions.
• Stainless Steel Fasteners: Corrosion-resistant hardware supports long-term outdoor durability.
• Pole-Mount Ready: A centered opening allows installation on a compatible 1-inch pole using the Birds Choice mounting flange.
• Ground-Feeder Option: Can be converted into a ground platform with the compatible Birds Choice recycled leg set, sold separately.

Boutique & Conservation Values

• Welcomes a Broad Bird Community: The open-platform format accommodates cardinals, chickadees, jays, woodpeckers, doves, finches, juncos, sparrows, towhees, and other familiar visitors.
• Reduces Ground Waste: When positioned beneath another feeder, the platform catches a portion of falling seed and hulls before they collect below.
• Made from Recycled Material: Poly lumber gives reclaimed plastic a durable second life while reducing the maintenance associated with unfinished wood.
• Built for Long-Term Use: Fade-resistant material, removable screens, and stainless steel hardware support dependable year-round feeding.
• Flexible Placement: Use it as an elevated feeding station, a seed-catching platform, or—with the appropriate accessory—a ground feeder.

Steward’s Insight

For crows and other larger birds, mount the platform in an open location that offers a clear approach and an unobstructed view of the surrounding property. Pairing it with a sturdy 1-inch pole and properly positioned baffle can make access less convenient for squirrels, although no open platform should be considered completely squirrel-proof.

Because platform feeders accommodate many species, avoid overcrowding by offering separate feeding areas for smaller birds elsewhere on the property. Think of the landscape as a restaurant: not every guest needs to be seated at the same table.

Specifications

• Overall Dimensions: 21.5 in. W x 21.5 in. L x 2.625 in. H
• Center Opening: 1.5 in. diameter
• Construction: Recycled poly lumber
• Color: Taupe
• Screens: Two removable polyester powder-coated drainage screens
• Fasteners: Stainless steel
• Feed Compatibility: Mixed seed and sunflower seed
• Mount Type: Pole mount
• Compatible Pole Size: 1 in. diameter
• Required Pole Accessory: Birds Choice mounting flange #1202, sold separately
• Optional Ground Accessory: Birds Choice recycled leg set SNLS, sold separately
• Manufacturer: Birds Choice
• Manufacturer Model: Seed Catcher Platform Bird Feeder (Pole Mount)
• Country of Origin: Made in the USA
• Shipping Weight: 8.5 lbs.