Also known as: Woodchuck, Whistle pig
The groundhog (Marmota monax), also known as woodchuck, is a rodent of the family Sciuridae, belonging to the group of large ground squirrels known as marmots. Groundhogs are well known for their burrowing habits and for hibernating during winter. They weigh 4-9 pounds and measure 16-20 inches in length, with a bushy tail of 4-7 inches. Their fur is grizzled brownish-gray. Groundhogs are herbivorous, feeding on grasses, clover, dandelions, garden vegetables, and agricultural crops. They are found throughout North Carolina in open fields, pastures, roadsides, and woodland edges. In North Carolina, there is no closed hunting season on private lands for groundhogs, and no bag limits apply.
Habitat & Range
Groundhogs prefer open habitats such as fields, pastures, meadows, and roadsides with well-drained soil for burrowing. They are commonly found along woodland edges and in agricultural areas throughout North Carolina.
Hunting Season
No closed season on private lands.
Frequently Asked Questions
Regulations for hunting Groundhog in North Carolina
Groundhogs have no closed season on private lands in North Carolina. No bag limits apply. They are commonly hunted as a nuisance species and for target practice. A valid hunting license is required.
When is Groundhog hunting season in North Carolina?
The hunting season for Groundhog in North Carolina is: No closed season on private lands.
What's another name for Groundhog?
Groundhog is also known as Woodchuck, Whistle pig in North Carolina.
References
| State | Category | Directory | Subcategory | Content | Source |
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| North Carolina | Hunting | Regulations | Season Dates | No closed season on private lands. | Link |
| North Carolina | Hunting | Regulations | Regulations | Groundhogs have no closed season on private lands in North Carolina. No bag limits apply. They are commonly hunted as a | Link |
