WOODCHUCKS

Also called groundhogs, they are a common sight on grass medians along many highways. They are also a major pest for homeowners, farmers and many others.

Woodchucks dig small simple to long complex burrows. An average burrow is about 30 feet long and 2 to 5 feet deep. These burrows have different chambers, one for bedding and raising young and another for a latrine. During the 4 or 5 months of winter, woodchucks will hibernate in their burrows. When abandoned, other animals such as skunks, opossums, and fox will take over these burrows.

Damage to home siding, decks, and outdoor furniture sometimes occur when woodchucks chew for scent dispersal or grinding down winter tooth growth. The biggest complaint about woodchucks is from homeowners loosing ornamental plants and flowers and vegetables from gardens.

Enjoy your flower garden or your vegetable harvest by having Nuisance Management humanely trap and remove your nuisance woodchuck.