-
1. Groundhog - Wikipedia
Link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Groundhog
Description: WEBThe groundhog (Marmota monax), also known as the woodchuck, is a rodent of the family Sciuridae, belonging to the group of large ground squirrels known as marmots. The groundhog is a lowland creature of North America; it is found through much of the Eastern United States , across Canada and into Alaska . [3]
-
2. Woodchuck Identification, Habits & Behavior | Batzner Pest Control …
Link: https://www.batzner.com/bug-identification/wildlife/woodchuck/
Description: WEBCategory: Wildlife. Woodchucks, commonly referred to as groundhogs, are considered rodents and are members of the squirrel family. They are among the few animals that are true hibernators, fattening up in the warm seasons and snoozing for most of the colder months. Fast Facts. Woodchuck Diet.
-
3. Groundhog | Size, Diet, Groundhog Day, & Facts | Britannica
Link: https://www.britannica.com/animal/groundhog
Description: WEBJan 31, 2024 · A woodchuck (Marmota monax) eating herbaceous vegetation. groundhog, ( Marmota monax ), one of 14 species of marmots ( Marmota ), considered basically a giant North American ground squirrel. It is sometimes destructive to gardens and pasturelands.
-
4. How to Get Rid of Groundhogs: Woodchuck Facts, Photos, Info
Link: https://www.pestworld.org/pest-guide/nuisance-wildlife/groundhogs/
Description: WEBGroundhogs are also referred to as woodchucks or whistle pigs. They are a member of the squirrel family. There are six species of woodchucks and marmots that occur in the United States. These animals commonly invade cropland and vegetable gardens, eating or destroying vegetables and landscape plants.
-
5. Groundhog, facts and photos - National Geographic
Link: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/mammals/facts/groundhog
Description: WEBThe groundhog, or woodchuck, is one of 14 species of marmots, a subgroup of the squirrel family. One of the largest members, groundhogs live a feast-or-famine lifestyle: they gorge themselves...
-
6. Groundhog Facts, Pictures & Information: Woodchuck / Marmota …
Link: https://www.activewild.com/groundhog/
Description: WEBMarch 15, 2021February 24, 2021by Gustav Steinhardt. The groundhog – also known as a woodchuck – is a burrowing rodent in the squirrel family Sciuridae. It is found in grasslands and forests of the USA and Canada, and is unusual among marmots for living in lowland areas. A groundhog named Punxsutawney Phil is central to the traditional ...
-
7. Groundhog - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
Link: https://animals.net/groundhog/
Description: WEBBy. Animals Network Team. The Groundhog, or woodchuck, is a large rodent in the Sciuridae, or squirrel, family. This species lives throughout much of North America. They are most famous for their namesake “Groundhog’s Day,” which revolves around the animal seeing or not seeing its shadow. Read on to learn about the Groundhog.
-
8. 10 facts about groundhogs - National Geographic
Link: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/groundhogs-day-animals-wildlife
Description: WEBJan 31, 2020 · 10 facts about groundhogs. Also known as woodchucks, groundhogs are true hibernators—going into a dormant state from late fall until late winter or early spring. But they wake up in time to mate...
-
9. What to do about groundhogs - The Humane Society of the United States
Link: https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/what-do-about-groundhogs
Description: WEBKnown for Groundhog Day and weather prediction, nearsighted groundhogs (aka woodchucks) have an important place in the ecosystem. They provide food for coyotes, foxes, weasels, badgers, hawks and eagles, and their burrows give shelter to amphibians, reptiles, rodents and foxes. Learn More About Groundhogs.
-
10. Woodchucks - Penn State Extension
Link: https://extension.psu.edu/woodchucks
Description: WEBDec 8, 2006 · The woodchuck ( Marmota monax ), also known as the groundhog or whistle pig, is one of Pennsylvania's most widely distributed mammals. The woodchuck's compact, chunky body is supported by short, strong legs. Its forefeet have long, curved claws that are well adapted for digging burrows. Its short tail is well covered with dark brown fur.