Wild over Wildlife, LLC

08/21/2026

Spotted salamander visitor today. The rain brings out lots a fun friends. We've seen many over the years around the yard indicating a healthy habits of vernal pools.

08/02/2026

Support the journey from rescue to release for injured local animals

07/17/2026

In Homor of World Snake Day

06/11/2026

03/19/2026

Excited for our Visit with Kindergarten at GES

03/17/2026

02/03/2026

Each year groundhogs enjoy 15 minutes of fame and then most people proceed to forget about them completely. Held every year on February 2, Groundhog Day is a unique U.S. celebration in which people turn to these mammals to predict the weather. What else is there to know about these annual celebrities? Here are some little-known facts:

Groundhogs are also known as woodchucks, whistle-pigs, forest marmots, and land beavers.

They are among the few animals that are true hibernators. Groundhog hibernation can last for as long as five months. During this time, groundhogs go into a dormant state; they lose a quarter of their body weight, their body temperature decreases by 60 degrees Fahrenheit, and their heart rate slows to only five or 10 beats per minute.

Woodchuck burrows, which the animals dig as much as 6 feet deep, can meander underground for 20 feet or more, usually with two entrances but in some cases with nearly a dozen.

While they may not appear particularly agile, groundhogs actually have impressive climbing skills and are quite active. If they are being pursued and the need arises, groundhogs can also swim to safety, jumping in the water to avoid danger.

Happy Groundhog Day!

Punxsutawney Phil has spoken: 6 more weeks of winter for us! ❄️

01/31/2026

Realize it's a few days early, but given today's temperatures, felt it was appropriate

01/25/2026

Not impressed with all the snow. Hope everyone is staying safe and warm.

01/25/2026