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Woodpecker Wreaks Havoc on Cars in Rockport

4/29/2025

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In Rockport, Massachusetts, a mischievous pileated woodpecker has been wreaking havoc on vehicles, shattering mirrors since March. Standing 18-24 inches tall, the bird confuses its reflection for a rival during mating season. Residents are ingeniously safeguarding their mirrors, all while grappling with the quirks of wildlife behavior, turning this feathered vandal into a local sensation.

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Story summary

In Rockport, Massachusetts, a mischievous pileated woodpecker has been wreaking havoc on vehicles, shattering mirrors since March. Standing 18-24 inches tall, the bird confuses its reflection for a rival during mating season. Residents are ingeniously safeguarding their mirrors, all while grappling with the quirks of wildlife behavior, turning this feathered vandal into a local sensation.