Groundhog Quiz

What is the scientific name of the groundhog?

• Sciurus carolinensis

• Tamias striatus

• Castor canadensis

• Marmota monax

Why do groundhogs need to gnaw on wood?

• To attract mates

• To mark their territory

• To keep their teeth from growing too long

• To build their burrows

What do groundhogs primarily eat?

• Insects

• Meat

• Plant-based food

• Fish

What is a unique feature of groundhog burrows?

• They are used by multiple families

• They are built in trees

• They have a special chamber for hibernation

• They are always near water

Which of the following is NOT a predator of the groundhog?

• Hawk

• Fox

• Deer

• Coyote

What is the nickname for groundhogs due to their warning calls?

• Buzzbunny

• Whistlepig

• Squeakmouse

• Chirpchip

What is a young groundhog called?

• Fawn

• Cub

• Kit

• Pup

How long can groundhogs live in the wild?

• 1-2 years

• 2-3 years

• 4-6 years

• 6-8 years

What happens if a groundhog sees its shadow on Groundhog Day?

• It predicts an early spring

• It predicts more winter

• It predicts a rainy season

• It predicts a dry summer

Where does the most famous groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil, live?

• Gobbler’s Knob, Pennsylvania

• Groundhog Hill, Ohio

• Woodchuck Woods, New York

• Marmot Mountain, Colorado