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The Groundhog

The Groundhog, also known as a woodchuck, is a chubby, round creature that belongs to the family of large ground squirrels known as marmots. They have a short, wide body covered with a thick greyish-brown fur. Sometimes they have a little white fur on their throats. Generally, they weigh between 12 to 15 pounds and are about 20 inches long. Most importantly, groundhogs are known for their impressive burrowing abilities, and they hibernate in winter.

Groundhog - Animal Matchup
Groundhog
SizeUp to 26 inches long (66 cm)
WeightUp to 14 pounds (6.35 kg)
Speed12 mph (19 km/h)
Key StrengthSharp claws for digging and defense
Biggest WeaknessStout body, not built for speed
Scientific NameMarmota monax
FamilySciuridae
HabitatMeadows, pastures, and edges of woodlands
GeographyNorth America
DietGrasses, fruits, and vegetables
Lifespan3 years - 6 years
Groundhog - Animal Matchup

The Groundhog

The Groundhog, also known as a woodchuck, is a chubby, round creature that belongs to the family of large ground squirrels known as marmots. They have a short, wide body covered with a thick greyish-brown fur. Sometimes they have a little white fur on their throats. Generally, they weigh between 12 to 15 pounds and are about 20 inches long. Most importantly, groundhogs are known for their impressive burrowing abilities, and they hibernate in winter.

Fun Fact: Did you know that Groundhogs are meteorologists of the animal kingdom, as folklore credits them with predicting the end of winter on a day known as Groundhog Day?

Groundhog
SizeUp to 26 inches long (66 cm)
WeightUp to 14 pounds (6.35 kg)
Speed12 mph (19 km/h)
Key StrengthSharp claws for digging and defense
Biggest WeaknessStout body, not built for speed
Scientific NameMarmota monax
FamilySciuridae
HabitatMeadows, pastures, and edges of woodlands
GeographyNorth America
DietGrasses, fruits, and vegetables
Lifespan3 years - 6 years

Groundhog Matchups

We use AI to simulate matchups between the Groundhog and other animals. Our simulation considers size, strength, and natural predatory behaviors to determine the most likely outcome.

Groundhog vs Gopher

Fun Fact: Groundhogs may look slow and pudgy, but they can actually run up to 8 miles per hour and swim!

Fun Fact: Here's a fun dental fact for you, a groundhog's teeth never stop growing. Chewing on sticks and grass helps keep their teeth from getting too long!