It is very rare for groundhogs to attack humans. However, when they feel threatened or when they feel that their babies are in danger, they may attack. … Due to the damage they cause, it’s important to remove groundhogs from your property as soon as you notice any signs of their activity.

Are groundhogs bad to have around?

It is common for groundhogs to build burrow systems in urban and suburban backyards. They spend a fair amount of time underground, and even raise their young in burrows. They usually do not cause any significant damage with their tunneling and in many cases the best thing to do is leave them be.

Is a groundhog aggressive?

Groundhogs, aka woodchucks, can be found in central and eastern US. They’re actually very aggressive animals and are known to burrow through yards and eat through gardens.