The groundhog is the largest sciurid in its geographical range, excluding its presence in British Columbia where its range may be comparable to that of its somewhat larger cousin, the hoary …

May 16, 2025 · groundhog, (Marmota monax), one of 14 species of marmots (Marmota), considered basically a giant North American ground squirrel. It is sometimes destructive to …

Groundhogs, also known as woodchucks, usually are viewed as nuisance animals for homeowners and farmers. The major problems that they cause are the large holes they dig …

Jan 29, 2020 · Size and Weight: A groundhog can weigh up to about 13 pounds and has a body length of up to 20 inches. It has a bushy tail up to 7 inches long. Fur: Groundhogs have thick …

Their populations range from southeast Alaska through much of Canada to the eastern coast. They also occupy vast regions of the eastern United States. The southernmost extent of their …

Feb 1, 2023 · From head to rump, groundhogs are 17.75 to 24 inches (45 to 61 centimeters) long, according to National Geographic. They weigh around 13 pounds (6 kilograms), which is about …

Adult groundhogs range anywhere from 16 to 22 inches in length and weigh anywhere between five and 13 pounds. Their bodies are compact and chunky, and covered in brownish gray fur …

Adult body size is from 16-32 inches long and the tail is from 3-10 inches long. Weights vary from 4-14 pounds. The groundhog is a terrestrial mammal that prefers to seek cover in its …

May 13, 2023 · Groundhogs can be found throughout the eastern and central parts of the United States. Their range stretches from the Atlantic coast to the Great Plains region. Let’s take a …

Feb 24, 2021 · Adult groundhogs range in size from 7 to 11lb (3.2 to 5 kg). Their weight fluctuates over the course of the year: they are at their lightest in spiring when they emerge from …