A bird feeder is provided with a feed container including an internal space and at least one feeding opening on an outer surface and communicating with the internal space; at least one perch disposed on the outer surface of the feed container and each extending outwardly under the feeding opening; a support assembly disposed on the outer surface of the feed container and above the feeding opening; and a cover including a central opening disposed on the feed container. A bottom edge of the central opening is rested upon the support assembly. The cover acts as a lever in response to a force exerted thereon.