Mammals most often photographed in California, from 507,176 research-grade iNaturalist observations, with their seasonal patterns.
California mammal calendar (top 40)
Fewer More observations (relative to each row's peak month)
Activity by month (all species)
Most-photographed mammals in California
California Ground Squirrel
Eastern Fox Squirrel
Coyote
Mule Deer
California Sea Lion
Desert Cottontail
Common Raccoon
Western Gray Squirrel
Bobcat
Gray Fox
Black-tailed Jackrabbit
Northern Elephant Seal
Striped Skunk
Virginia Opossum
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Brush Rabbit
Where to photograph mammals in California
Botanical GardenThe Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens
State ParkHearst Castle
Botanical GardenSan Francisco Botanical Garden
State ParkAnza-Borrego Desert State Park
Botanical GardenSeaWorld San Diego
Botanical GardenLos Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden
State ParkPrairie Creek Redwoods State Park
Botanical GardenSanta Barbara Botanic Garden