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There are exceptions to all birds being equal in my book. And one of them is the lazy brown-headed cowbird female, who neither makes a nest nor raises her young.
NatureWatch columnist Thom Smith explains why chipping sparrows were once called “a hair-bird."
"He gave so much for so long, we just can't overlook that part of his contribution to our community," Executive Director Jeff Rodgers said, who referred to Chuck as an "ambassador" for the local museum. "I can't imagine how many people's lives were touched by their interactions with Chuck and hopefully it helps them to pursue their connection with the natural world in new and better ways." Visiting Chuck was a favorite activity for visitors of all ages. He was an integral part of the museum's educational programs, teaching children about reptiles and sparking joy at birthday pa...
A young visitor watches the red-footed tortoises at the Berkshire Museum in 2015. Chuck is the largest of the three. EAGLE FILE PHOTO PITTSFIELD â He loved to munch on dandelions and bananas, liked to frolic on the front lawn of the Berkshire Museum, and even let staffers wax his shell. His name was Chuck, an elderly red-legged tortoise who arrived at the Berkshire Museum 35 years ago and never left. A fixture at childrenâs birthday parties since 1986, popular with generations of patrons, Chuck brought joy to many. But there was only grief at the muse...