Lawn Mower, Woodchuck, Groundhog, Marmot, Rodent,

So, what is the difference between a woodchuck and a groundhog? They’re the same type of animal (Genus and species: Marmota monax). The differing common names likely come from different etymologies from around the world. The animal was called wejack, woodshaw and woodchoock by some Native American cultures. Its scientific name for species (monax) is likely derived from a Native American word for "the digger."