Did the groundhog bite someone?

BITTEN FINGER On Feb. 2, 2009, Staten Island Chuck bit Mayor Michael Bloomberg. The bite happened just before Chuck made his prediction, as the mayor reached into the groundhog’s cottage and tried to coax him out with some of his favorite snacks.

What President got bit by a groundhog?

Watch Groundhog Bite Mayor’s Ear Sun Prairie Mayor Jonathan Freund was presenting Jimmy the groundhog during a ceremony, and the critter bit down on the mayor’s left ear. Freund flinched, but he soldiered on, announcing that Jimmy had predicted an early spring.

What does it mean when the groundhog comes out?

According to tradition, if a groundhog comes out of its hole on this day and sees its shadow, it gets scared and runs back into its burrow, predicting six more weeks of winter weather; no shadow means an early spring.

What is the name of Wisconsin groundhog?

Jimmy the Groundhog
Jimmy the Groundhog | Wisconsin Historical Society.

What do you do if a groundhog bites you?

If bitten by a groundhog, gently wash and disinfect the bite site. After wrapping the bite, seek medical attention. It’s impossible to know for sure whether a woodchuck has rabies just by looking at it. Therefore, it’s very important to get vaccinated after any groundhog bite.

Who accidentally killed the groundhog?

De Blasio accidentally dropped Charlotte, the 10-month-old female groundhog during the 2014 proceedings. The groundhog managed to crawl up his arm after falling but died of “internal injuries” a week later.

Is chunk The groundhog still alive?

Despite the 2021 calendar looming on Groundhog Day, Chunk and his family are still in hibernation. “He’s not like Punxsutawney Phil, he’s sound asleep right now,” said Permar on a snowy day. “I mean, would you want to come out in this? The Chunks are on their own schedule.”

What is the lifespan of a groundhog?

Wild groundhogs, also known as woodchucks, one average live four to five years, but can live up to six years. In captivity they can live ten or more years.

Can groundhogs be friendly?

Interactions within a female’s group are generally friendly. But interactions between female groups – even when those groups are shared by the same adult male – are rare and aggressive.

Can a groundhog be a pet?

Groundhogs Are Wild Rodents Here are a few examples: In California, state fish and game law bans the possession of any rodents except golden hamsters, mice, rats, and domestic guinea pigs. Much like ferrets, groundhogs are a no-go.