Beasts Begone! Woodchuck
WOODCHUCK 
Relatively large (5 to 10 lb.), chunky. Color variable but generally grizzled brownish gray. Diurnal (active during day). Largely ground dwelling but capable of climbing. Frequent burrower near foundations and under decks and additions. Occasional invader of basements if foundation has deteriorated. Rarely enters crawl spaces or other wall voids in structures.
Access Routes
Open crawl spaces/voids under decks and additions can facilitate access.
Entry Sites
When enters a structure, usually via a deteriorated foundation.
Sounds
Whistles and clucking when alarmed.
Gnaw Marks and Food Remains
Gnaw marks on decks, trees, and other wood. Fecal Droppings
Variable; tend to be bulky and "dog-like."
Hair
Back and sides of animal: each hair partitioned into dark, light, dark, light (tip) segments; may have reddish cast; 1 to 2 inches long.
Belly: each hair partitioned into dark, light (with reddish cast) segments; approximately 1 inch long.
Tail: dark, may have reddish cast; 2 to 2 1/2 inches long.
Other Signs
Burrows often have a large mound of excavated dirt at the entrance.
Tracks:  Front: 2 1/8 in. Hind: 2 1/2 in.
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