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Question of the Week

February 2nd marks the annual Groundhog Day Celebration in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Many people think of groundhogs as pests, but learning about groundhogs can help us to better understand their behavior so that we can live with and respect these unique creatures.

Source: Pennsylvania Game Commission

 

Which of the following statements about groundhogs is true?

(Check all that apply)

 
Groundhogs are known by various names, including whistlepig, marmot and woodchuck. Groundhogs and rabbits are rodents and are closely related, evidenced by their two front teeth.
It is estimated that groundhogs can live to be eight or nine years old. Vacant groundhog burrows are often used by other species, like foxes and skunks, to raise young.
Groundhogs primarily eat a variety of vegetation, including grasses, clover, and garden vegetables. Groundhogs often live near streams, lakes, creeks and other bodies of water to assist them in staying hydrated.

Congratulations for answering this week's question correctly!
Name
County
Michael Almasy
Westmoreland
Josh Boggio
Westmoreland
Emily Bragonier
Allegheny
Nicholas Clayton
Westmoreland
Alex Craine
Westmoreland
Amanda Dorio
Westmoreland
Shayna Fiorina
Westmoreland
Teresa Hanning
Westmoreland
Chris Larkin
Westmoreland
Doreen Lu
Delaware
John Lukon
Westmoreland
Krystalyn M
Westmoreland
Tyler Mains
Westmoreland
Sean McCarthy
Delaware
Matthew Nitkiewicz
Westmoreland
Lindsay Palm
Berks
Morgan Roble
Westmoreland

 

Source: Pennsylvania Game Commission

Pennsylvania Environment and Ecology Standard

4.7 Threatened, Endangered and Extinct Species

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Groundhog Day Hidden Message

Source: Pennsylvania Game Commission

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