Tuesday 21 March 2017

Groundhog Encounter

 

Of course we have heard of groundhogs and knew that they are fairly common residents of Virginia but, until Saturday, we had never seen one.  We almost didn't see one then, as soon as he saw us he froze and he was extremely well camouflaged.

 

In case you couldn't spot him, here he is up close.  

 

And smiling for the camera to show his rather impressive front teeth!

These are not small animals - they can be up to 3 feet long and they are powerful diggers.  The easiest way to spot their homes is by the new earth thrown out the front door..

 

Later we saw one emerging from under the wooden porch steps of one of the historic homes.  Not something that the home owner would welcome I imagine - they are quite prolific breeders and can dig a burrow which is 5-10feet deep - not really what you would want under your house!

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