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Groundhog

Marmota monax

Photo by mauna Kunzah
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Field Notes

Description:

I spotted a very small groundhog peeping out of his burrow before he went back inside. Groundhogs are actually large ground squirrels. They are also known as woodchucks and whistlepigs.

Habitat:

Prefers grassy lowlands.

Notes:

I spotted this fellow in a fenced off area next to a parking lot. It wasn't intended for groundhogs, but it goes to show the animal's adaptability.

Reference Links:

Woodchuck Or Groundhog - Marmota monax - Overview

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