Groundhog
Lilo and Noelle both came to The Zoo after being deemed non-releasable by local rehabbers.
Scientific name
Marmota monax
Lifespan
2-3 years in the wild, but can live over 10 years in captivity.
Range
Groundhogs are native to North America.
Diet
Groundhogs are primarily herbivorous meaning their diet consists mainly of plants.
Social Structure
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Threats in the Wild
Natural predators include coyotes, oxes, bobcats, hawks, and eagles.
Their Story
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