Groundhogs, also known as woodchucks, are fascinating animals that inhabit North America. They are large rodents and can be up to 26 inches long, with a tail of between three and 7.5 inches.

The ground hog (in this case, a hoary marmot ... meaning “creatures that sit in the shadow of their tails”).

Oregon Zoo / Youtube Animal experts say what makes the beaver different from a groundhog is its tail and teeth. The adaptations make the animal primed for its watery habitat versus a groundhog ...