Our engineering challenge was to design a bird feeder that would attract a certain type of bird.
My problem statement:
I want woodpeckers to come to my yard. I need a feeder with bugs and a hole for my bird to stand on. I will make the feeder safe from cats by putting it high, plus I do not have any cats or dogs at my house.
My ideas for a bird feeder:
My prototype:
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I like your thoughtful plan, especially to limit predator attacks on the birds! I hope you can build a working feeder, as I’d love to see your design in action and woodpeckers thoroughly enjoying it!