Punxsutawney Phil Now A Papa
PUNXSUTAWNEY, PA — Apparently Punxsutawney Phil can do more than forecast the weather.
“We have babies.” the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club announced on the groundhog’s Facebook page.
“Phil and Phyllis have given birth to two healthy baby groundhogs. The babies are currently in with mom and dad at the zoo that is located at the Punxsutawney Memorial Library, and can be viewed through the viewing window.”
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Punxsutawney Phyllis? Who knew that Phil was married or even dating? He usually only predicts whether or not there will be an early spring every Feb. 2. Other than that, he has kept his personal life private.
According to Operation Wildlife, groundhogs breed in their second year. The breeding season extends from early March to late April, after hibernation. A mated pair remains in the same den throughout the 32-day gestation period.
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One litter is produced annually, usually containing two to six blind and hairless babies. Young groundhogs are weaned and ready to seek their own dens at five to six weeks.
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