A bird feeder for use in a garden

Abstract

This utility model discloses a bird feeder for use in gardens, including a storage tank with multiple discharge ports at the bottom. Multiple feeding troughs are fixedly installed at the lower part of the storage tank, and these troughs are connected to the interior of the storage tank through the discharge ports. A fixed frame is also fixedly installed on the storage tank, positioned above the feeding troughs. A baffle is rotatably mounted on the fixed frame, and a torsion spring is installed between the baffle and the fixed frame, causing the baffle to be tilted upwards in a normal state. A connecting frame is installed at the end of the baffle away from the fixed frame. In this embodiment, when small birds are feeding, they can stand on the connecting frame and eat from the feeding troughs. Because small birds are lightweight, their weight is insufficient to overcome the torsion force of the torsion spring to rotate the baffle, allowing them to eat normally. When large birds or animals stand on the connecting frame, their weight overcomes the torsion force of the torsion spring, causing the baffle to rotate downwards, sealing the feeding troughs and preventing food from being stolen.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of bird feeder technology, and in particular to a bird feeder used in gardens. Background Technology

[0002] A bird feeder is a feeding tool used outdoors to provide food for birds. It is usually hung in a tree and contains food for birds. The bird feeder is equipped with a discharge port from which the food can be discharged, allowing the birds to eat normally.

[0003] Bird feeders are widely used, including in gardens. They are typically placed in gardens to attract small, ornamental birds for visitors. While these feeders primarily target small birds, larger birds and animals like squirrels also exist in gardens. These animals may steal food from the feeders, reducing the food supply and thus the number of small birds in the garden, ultimately diminishing the visitor experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to address the shortcomings of the existing technology by providing a bird feeder for use in gardens.

[0005] To solve the above problems, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] A bird feeder for use in gardens includes a storage tank with multiple discharge ports at the bottom.

[0007] The feeding trough is fixedly installed at the bottom of the storage tank and is connected to the inside of the storage tank through the discharge port;

[0008] A fixing frame is fixedly installed on the storage tank and located above the feeding trough;

[0009] A baffle is rotatably mounted on the fixed frame, and a torsion spring is provided between the baffle and the fixed frame;

[0010] A connecting frame is connected to the end of the baffle that is away from the fixed frame.

[0011] Preferably, the fixing frame includes a fixed longitudinal bar and a fixed transverse bar. The fixed longitudinal bar is fixedly disposed at the end of the fixed transverse bar and is fixedly connected to the storage tank. The baffle is rotatably disposed on the fixed transverse bar. The torsion spring is sleeved on the fixed transverse bar. One end of the torsion spring is fixedly connected to the fixed transverse bar and the other end is fixedly connected to the baffle.

[0012] Preferably, a sleeve is fixedly provided at one end of the baffle, and the sleeve is sleeved on the fixed crossbar.

[0013] Preferably, the connecting frame includes a connecting rod, one end of which is hinged to the baffle, and the other end of which is fixedly connected to a standing rod, which is horizontally positioned.

[0014] Preferably, the storage tank includes a tank body and a top cover, and the tank body and the top cover are threaded together.

[0015] Preferably, a ventilation pipe is fixedly installed inside the storage tank, the lower end of the ventilation pipe is fixedly connected to the bottom of the storage tank, the upper end of the ventilation pipe extends to the top of the storage tank, and a plurality of first ventilation holes are opened on the pipe wall of the ventilation pipe.

[0016] Preferably, a rain cover is fixedly installed at the upper end of the ventilation duct.

[0017] Preferably, a hook is fixedly provided on the rain cover.

[0018] Preferably, the bottom of the storage tank is provided with a plurality of second ventilation holes.

[0019] The beneficial effects of adopting the above technical solution are as follows:

[0020] 1. In this utility model, the baffle and the fixed frame are rotatably connected, and a torsion spring is provided between the baffle and the fixed frame. Under normal conditions, the baffle is tilted upward and separated from the feeding trough, and the food in the feeding trough is exposed. When small birds land on the connecting frame, because the small birds are small, their weight is not enough to overcome the torsion force of the torsion spring to make the baffle rotate. Therefore, the small birds can stand on the connecting frame to eat the food in the feeding trough. However, when large birds or animals such as squirrels stand on the connecting frame, because of their greater weight, their weight overcomes the torsion force of the torsion spring to make the baffle rotate downward. The baffle seals the feeding trough, preventing them from using the food in the feeding trough and preventing large birds or animals such as squirrels from stealing the food.

[0021] 2. In this utility model, a large amount of food is piled up in a storage tank. The storage tank is equipped with a ventilation pipe with a first ventilation hole. Air can enter the storage tank from the discharge port and enter the ventilation pipe from the first ventilation hole, and finally be discharged from the ventilation pipe, so that the airflow can circulate normally and prevent the food from spoiling due to sealing in the storage tank. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of part A;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Enlarged view of part B;

[0026] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the storage tank of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the fixing frame of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the baffle of this utility model.

[0029] In the diagram: 1 is the storage tank, 2 is the discharge port, 3 is the feeding trough, 4 is the fixing frame, 5 is the baffle, 6 is the torsion spring, 7 is the connecting frame, 8 is the fixed longitudinal rod, 9 is the fixed cross rod, 10 is the sleeve, 11 is the connecting rod, 12 is the standing rod, 13 is the tank body, 14 is the top cover, 15 is the ventilation pipe, 16 is the first ventilation hole, 17 is the rain cover, 18 is the hook, 19 is the second ventilation hole, 20 is the rotating groove, and 21 is the hinge shaft. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model.

[0031] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0032] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0033] like Figures 1 to 4As shown, a bird feeder for use in a garden includes a storage tank 1, which is cylindrical in shape. The storage tank 1 has an internal chamber for storing food. Multiple outlets 2 are evenly distributed along the circumference of the bottom of the storage tank 1, and these outlets 2 communicate with the internal chambers. Multiple feeding troughs 3 are fixedly installed at the lower part of the storage tank 1. The upper end of each feeding trough 3 is open, and the positions of the feeding troughs 3 correspond to the positions of the outlets 2. The side of the feeding trough 3 that connects to the storage tank 1 is also open. Therefore, the feeding trough 3 and the storage tank... The internal chambers of the storage tank 1 are connected through the discharge port 2. Food stored in the storage tank 1 is transported to the feeding trough 3 through the discharge port 2. Multiple fixed frames 4 are fixedly installed at the lower part of the storage tank 1. The number of fixed frames 4 is the same as the number of feeding troughs 3. The fixed frames 4 are located above the feeding troughs 3. A baffle 5 is rotatably installed on the fixed frame 4. A torsion spring 6 is installed between the fixed frame 4 and the baffle 5. The torsion spring 6 causes the baffle 5 to be tilted upward in the normal state, so that the baffle 5 and the feeding trough 3 are separated. A connecting frame 7 is installed at the end of the baffle 5 away from the fixed frame 4. In this invention, the storage tank 1 contains food for feeding birds. The food can enter the feeding trough 3 from the discharge port 2. When small birds need to eat, they stand on the connecting frame 7. Since small birds are relatively light, mostly weighing only tens of grams, they will not overcome the torque of the torsion spring 6 to make the baffle 5 rotate. Therefore, small birds can stand on the connecting frame 7 to eat from the feeding trough 3. However, when large birds or larger animals such as squirrels and monkeys steal food, they are mostly heavier. After standing on the connecting frame 7, they will overcome the torque of the torsion spring 6 to make the baffle 5 rotate downward. The baffle 5 blocks the opening at the top of the feeding trough 3, preventing them from eating from the feeding trough 3, thereby preventing the food from being stolen.

[0034] For example, 2. Figure 4 and Figure 6 As shown, further, the fixing frame 4 includes two fixed longitudinal rods 8 and two fixed transverse rods 9. The two longitudinal fixed rods 8 are arranged in parallel and are fixedly fixed to both ends of the fixed transverse rod 9. The fixed longitudinal rods 8 are fixedly connected to the side wall of the storage tank 1. The fixed transverse rod 9 is horizontally positioned above the feeding trough 3. A baffle 5 is rotatably mounted on the fixed transverse rod 9. A torsion spring 6 is sleeved on the fixed transverse rod 9, with one end fixedly connected to the fixed transverse rod 9 and the other end fixedly connected to the baffle 5. In this embodiment, under the action of the torsion spring 6, the baffle 5 is normally inclined upwards. When a heavy animal stands on the connecting frame 7, the baffle 5 overcomes the torsion of the torsion spring 6 and rotates downwards, thereby closing the feeding trough 3 and preventing food from being stolen.

[0035] like Figure 7As shown, further, a sleeve 10 is fixedly installed at one end of the baffle 5 near the storage tank 1. The sleeve 10 is sleeved on the fixed crossbar 9 and rotatably connected to the fixed crossbar 9. A torsion spring 6 is sleeved on the fixed crossbar 9 and located inside the sleeve 10. One end of the torsion spring 6 is fixedly connected to the fixed crossbar 9 and the other end is fixedly connected to the sleeve 10. Therefore, the baffle 5 can rotate relative to the fixed crossbar 9 through the sleeve 10, thereby sealing the feed trough 3.

[0036] Furthermore, the connecting frame 7 includes a connecting rod 11, the upper end of which is hinged to the baffle 5, and the lower end of which is fixedly connected to a standing rod 12. The standing rod 12 is horizontally positioned, and because the standing rod 12 has a movable weight, the connecting rod 11 can always remain vertical under the action of gravity. In this embodiment, small birds with lighter weight can stand on the standing rod 12 to eat from the feeding trough 3. When large birds or large animals stand on the standing rod 12, they can overcome the torsion of the torsion spring 6 and drive the baffle 5 to rotate downwards, closing the feeding trough 3 and preventing food from being stolen.

[0037] It should be noted that, as Figure 7 As shown, a rotating groove 20 is provided at the end of the baffle 5 away from the storage tank 1. A hinge shaft 21 is fixedly installed in the rotating groove 20. A horizontally penetrating hinge hole is provided at the upper end of the connecting rod 11. The hinge shaft 21 is inserted into the hinge hole. Therefore, the connecting rod 11 can be rotatably mounted on the hinge shaft 21, so that the connecting rod 11 can always remain in a vertical state.

[0038] Furthermore, such as Figure 5 As shown, the storage tank 1 includes a tank body 13 and a top cover 14. The tank body 13 and the top cover 14 are threaded together. The top cover 14 is located at the upper end of the tank body 13. Since the top cover 14 and the tank body 13 are connected by threads, the top cover 14 and the tank body 13 can be disassembled to facilitate adding food into the tank body 13. A through hole is provided in the middle of the top cover 14, and a ventilation pipe 15 is inserted into the through hole. The top cover 14 and the ventilation pipe 15 are slidably connected, thereby facilitating the disassembly of the top cover 14.

[0039] Furthermore, a ventilation pipe 15 is fixedly installed inside the storage tank 1. The ventilation pipe 15 is vertically installed in the middle of the storage tank 1. The lower end of the ventilation pipe 15 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the storage tank 1. The upper end of the ventilation pipe 15 passes through the top of the storage tank 1 and extends to the top of the storage tank 1. A plurality of first ventilation holes 16 are opened on the pipe wall of the ventilation pipe 15. The diameter of the first ventilation hole 16 is smaller than the diameter of the food particles. In this embodiment, to prevent food from spoiling due to prolonged sealing in the storage tank 1, a ventilation pipe 15 is provided to ventilate the interior of the storage tank 1. Fermentation of food accumulated in the storage tank 1 generates heat. As is well known, hot air rises. The hot air can enter through the first ventilation hole 16 on the ventilation pipe 15 located inside the storage tank 1 and flow upwards along the ventilation pipe 15 until it is discharged from the first ventilation hole 16 on the ventilation pipe 15 above the storage tank 1. Meanwhile, cold outside air enters the storage tank 1 through the inlet 2 at the bottom of the storage tank 1, allowing air to circulate and thus preventing food spoilage inside the storage tank 1.

[0040] Furthermore, a rain cover 17 is fixedly installed at the upper end of the ventilation pipe 15. The rain cover 17 is used to shield from wind and rain and prevent rainwater from entering the food trough 3 or the storage tank 1 and affecting the food.

[0041] Furthermore, a hook 18 is fixedly installed on the rain cover 17, which can hang the bird feeder on the tree to provide food for the birds.

[0042] In another embodiment, a connecting rope is fixedly provided on the rain cover 17, which can be tied to a tree branch to hang the bird feeder in the air and provide food for the birds.

[0043] Furthermore, the bottom of the storage tank 1 is provided with multiple second ventilation holes 19. The diameter of the second ventilation holes 19 is smaller than the diameter of the food particles to prevent food from leaking out, and at the same time, it can facilitate ventilation of the storage tank 1.

[0044] Furthermore, a mesh is provided at the upper opening of the feed trough 3. The mesh has a hole diameter larger than the diameter of the food particles and larger than the size of the bird's beak, so that small birds can obtain food normally and large birds or animals are prevented from obtaining food from the feed trough 3.

[0045] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it; although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features; and these modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A bird feeder for use in a garden, characterised in that, It includes a storage tank (1), and the bottom of the storage tank (1) is provided with multiple discharge ports (2); The feeding trough (3) is fixedly installed at the lower part of the storage tank (1) and is connected to the inside of the storage tank (1) through the discharge port (2); The fixing frame (4) is fixedly installed on the storage tank (1) and located above the feeding trough (3); A baffle (5) is rotatably mounted on the fixed frame (4), and a torsion spring (6) is provided between the baffle and the fixed frame (4). The connecting frame (7) is connected to the end of the baffle (5) away from the fixing frame (4).

2. A bird feeder for use in a garden according to claim 1, wherein, The fixing frame (4) includes a fixing vertical rod (8) and a fixing horizontal rod (9). The fixing vertical rod (8) is fixedly installed at the end of the fixing horizontal rod (9). The fixing vertical rod (8) is fixedly connected to the storage tank (1). The baffle (5) is rotatably installed on the fixing horizontal rod (9). The torsion spring (6) is sleeved on the fixing horizontal rod (9). One end of the torsion spring (6) is fixedly connected to the fixing horizontal rod (9), and the other end is fixedly connected to the baffle (5).

3. A birdfeeder for use in a garden according to claim 2, wherein A sleeve (10) is fixedly provided at one end of the baffle (5), and the sleeve (10) is sleeved on the fixed crossbar (9).

4. A birdfeeder for use in a garden according to claim 1, wherein The connecting frame (7) includes a connecting rod (11), one end of which is hinged to the baffle (5), and the other end of which is fixedly connected to a standing rod (12), which is horizontally positioned.

5. A birdfeeder for use in a garden according to claim 1, wherein The storage tank (1) includes a tank body (13) and a top cover (14), and the tank body (13) and the top cover (14) are threaded together.

6. A birdfeeder for use in a garden according to claim 1, wherein A ventilation pipe (15) is fixedly installed inside the storage tank (1). The lower end of the ventilation pipe (15) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the storage tank (1). The upper end of the ventilation pipe (15) extends to the top of the storage tank (1). A plurality of first ventilation holes (16) are opened on the pipe wall of the ventilation pipe (15).

7. A birdfeeder for use in a garden according to claim 6, wherein A rain cover (17) is fixedly installed at the upper end of the ventilation pipe (15).

8. A birdfeeder for use in a garden according to claim 7, wherein, The rain cover (17) is fixedly provided with a hook (18).

9. A bird feeder for use in a garden according to claim 6, characterized in that, The bottom of the storage tank (1) is provided with multiple second ventilation holes (19).

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