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Many eastern chipmunks avoid the relatively "easy" life of living near a human residence in favor of forests and fields. But wherever a chipmunk has a home, it lives by the chipmunk prime directive: gather food.
Occasionally, food gathering involves deft gymnastics.
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The point of twirling around was to have a berry feast.
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Early spring is the most difficult time for foragers; that is, until trees, bushes, and plants begin bearing a new crop. Until then, every last berry of the previous season is eaten.
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The goal for any chipmunk is to return to the burrow with extra food for storage.
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