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Since at least 1886, a groundhog now named Punxsutawney Phil has emerged from his burrow every Groundhog Day to predict when winter weather will end. Other groundhogs (Marmota monax) around the ...

Groundhogs, also known as woodchucks, are fascinating mammals native to North America. They are famous for their burrowing skills, hibernation patterns, and the unique tradition of Groundhog Day.

Will he or won't he? Every Feb. 2, the question arrives - will the groundhog see his shadow, prompting six more weeks of winter? The most popular rodent meteorologist is Punxsutawney Phil, a western ...