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Since the beginning of Groundhog Day how often does the groundhog see his shadow?
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Since 1887 Punxsutawney Phil has: * Seen his shadow 97 times * Not seen his shadow 15 times * No recorded record 9 times
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Did the Groundhog Punxsutawney Phil see its shadow in 2014?
Yes, but don't count on what the groundhog predicted-- his reputation for accuracy isn't very good. The tradition of Groundhog Day goes back to a publicity stunt that first took place in 1886. Since then, "Punxsutawney Phil" has made 131 predictions, but they proved correct only 39% of the time.
What is a baby groundhog called?
Since a groundhog is the same thing as a woodchuck, then a baby groundhog would be called a kit or a cub. This is because a baby woodchuck is also called a kit or a cub.
Groundhog day in french?
The movie ''Groundhog Day'' was called in Canada ''Le jour de la marmotte'' so I imagine that's how they call it in French. FYI: Since Groundhog Day is a North American tradition, in France the movie ''Groundhog Day'' was called ''Un jour sans fin'' (A day with no end)
What is Ground Hog day and how did it get started?
Groundhog Day is a holiday celebrated in United States and Canada on February 2. In weather lore, if a groundhog, also known as a woodchuck, marmot, or ground squirrel, emerges from its burrow on this day and fails to see its shadow because the weather is cloudy, winter will soon end. If on the other hand, it is sunny and the groundhog sees its shadow, the groundhog will supposedly retreat into its burrow, and winter will continue for 6 more weeks.[1] Candlemas is usually the same day, and has similar beliefs about the coming weather. Since the release in 1993 of the film of the same name, Groundhog Day, the phrase is sometimes used in English to mean "the same thing over and over again" particularly in reference to unpleasant repeating cycles. Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Groundhog_day
How old is Staten Island Chuck?
Staten Island Chuck has been making Groundhog Day predictions since 1981. Since the average life expectancy of a groundhog is around 6 years, there have probably been several groundhogs performing the role of Staten Island Chuck over the years. However, the age of the current Staten Island Chuck seems to be a closely guarded secret.
How does a groundhog feel just befor it begins it long sleep?
No one can tell you how they feel, since no humans speak groundhog. We can assume they feel fat and sleepy, but no one can say for sure. And if you write in this part, the computer assumes your question has already been answered, and sends it over to the "been answered" pile- where it will not GET answered. I caught your question by chance.
How does a groundhog feel just before it begins its long sleep?
No one can tell you how they feel, since no humans speak groundhog. We can assume they feel fat and sleepy, but no one can say for sure. And if you write in this part, the computer assumes your question has already been answered, and sends it over to the "been answered" pile- where it will not GET answered. I caught your question by chance.
Did Germany start ground hogs day?
yeah sure why not of corse the Germans starte ground hogs day. they say if a ground hod named punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow it means 6 more weeks of winter otherwise we will see an early spring!! answer: Since Punxatawney is in Pennsylvania, I doubt that Groundhog's Day has anything to do with Germany.
What are the groundhogs animal family and relatives?
The groundhog (Marmota monax), also known as the woodchuck, land beaver or whistlepig, is a rodent. And since we're under the heading of French History, let us note that the day he appears and scans for shadows is celebrated in France as Chandeleur - Candlemas, the Feast of the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple.
How far can a woodchuck chuck?
The tongue twister has no meaning. Groundhogs or woodchucks do not "chuck" or throw anything, except when they dig in the dirt. The dirt is thrown out on both sides of their body, since a groundhog has short legs and is low to the ground.
How old is Staten Island?
Staten Island Chuck has been making Groundhog Day predictions since 1981. Since the average life expectancy of a groundhog is around 6 years, there have probably been several groundhogs performing the role of Staten Island Chuck over the years. However, the age of the current Staten Island Chuck seems to be a closely guarded secret.
How accurate is Punxsutawney Phil?
According to the Stormfax Almanac, which has been tracking Phil's predictions since 1887, Phil has been correct only 39% of the time. You'd be better off flipping a coin than going by the groundhog's predictions for an early Spring.
