US Edition'Ferocious' woodpecker damages 25 vehicles in Massachusetts town
- A Pileated Woodpecker damaged more than 20 vehicles by breaking mirrors and chipping windows in a Massachusetts town over the past two months.
- The bird likely acted out of territorial aggression during spring mating season, with residents describing it as confused and showing no remorse.
- The woodpecker, about 18-24 inches tall with black and white feathers and a red crest, even stared at a man for 30 seconds after landing on his car window.
- Residents adapt by folding mirrors, covering them with grocery bags or scarves, while experts note birds may attack reflections when agitated, explaining this behavior.
- Residents plan to pay for repairs themselves without insurance, highlighting challenges in preventing wildlife damage to personal property during the bird's territorial period.
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‘It’s kind of funny’ – Woodpecker attacks car mirrors in Massachusetts village
The residents of Rockport, Massachusetts, who during the War of 1812 hurled rocks at British soldiers using their stockings as slings, are slinging rubbish bags and towels over the wing mirrors of their cars to protect them from a destructive woodpecker.
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