Groundhog Quiz

What is the scientific name for a groundhog?

• Chucky chuck

• Hibernatus hibernatus

• Marmota monax

• Rodentia rodentia

What is another name for a groundhog?

• Prairie dog

• Beaver

• Woodchuck

• Mole rat

What do groundhogs do during the winter months to conserve energy?

• Hibernate

• Migrate

• Eat Biscuits

• Hunt for food

What is the primary diet of groundhogs?

• Insects

• Fish

• Meat

• Plants

What do groundhogs create underground for sleeping, nesting, and hibernating?

• Dens

• Nests

• Holes

• Tunnels

How long can groundhogs measure in length?

• 36 to 46 inches

• 26 to 36 inches

• 16 to 26 inches

• 10 to 16 inches

How long do groundhogs typically live in the wild?

• 2 to 3 years

• 4 to 5 years

• 1 to 2 years

• 3 to 4 years

What do groundhogs use to mark their territory?

• Footprints

• Scratches

• Scent glands

• Droppings

What is another ability of groundhogs besides being land animals?

• Digging

• Swimming

• Climbing

• Flying

When is Groundhog Day celebrated?

• January 1st

• February 2nd

• April 4th

• March 3rd