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Groundhog Daytime Activity: Normal Behavior

Groundhogs (woodchucks) are diurnal—active during the day. They eat acorns, garden veggies, and dig burrows. Cute but destructive. Fencing with buried apron protects gardens. See icwdm.org for control details.

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