How do chipmunks eat their food?

Chipmunks have specialized cheek pouches that they use to store food. These pouches are lined with fur and can hold up to twice as much food as the chipmunk's stomach. When a chipmunk finds food, it will stuff it into its cheek pouches until they are full. Then, it will carry the food back to its burrow or hiding spot to eat later.

When the chipmunk is ready to eat, it will empty its cheek pouches by pushing the food out with its tongue. The chipmunk will then hold the food in its front paws and eat it, one bite at a time.

Chipmunks eat a variety of foods, including nuts, seeds, fruits, insects, and even small vertebrates. They are opportunistic feeders and will eat whatever they can find. However, they do have a preference for certain foods, such as acorns, sunflower seeds, and peanuts.

Chipmunks are very active animals and need to eat a lot of food to maintain their energy levels. They will often eat several times throughout the day.