Abert's Squirrel (Sciurus aberti) is in the Squirrels family (Sciuridae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 3,985 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in May.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: year-round resident. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph Abert's Squirrel: observations by month (U.S.)
About Abert's Squirrel
Abert's squirrel (or tassel-eared squirrel) (Sciurus aberti) is a tree squirrel in the genus Sciurus endemic to the Rocky Mountains from United States to Mexico, with concentrations found in Arizona, the Grand Canyon, New Mexico, and southwestern Colorado. It is closely associated with, and largely confined to, cool dry ponderosa pine forests. It is named in honour of the American naturalist John James Abert and nine subspecies are recognised. It is recognisable by its tufted ears,...From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Abert's Squirrel by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 1,809 | May | Mar–Jan |
| New Mexico | 1,103 | April | Mar–Feb |
| Colorado | 1,041 | June | Mar–Dec |
| Utah | 30 | May | Apr–Jun |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related mammals (Squirrels)
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Eastern Fox Squirrel
Eastern Chipmunk
California Ground Squirrel
Groundhog
American Red Squirrel
Common Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel
Western Gray Squirrel
Photography tips
- Keep a legal and safe distance: 100 yards from bears and wolves and 25 yards from other large animals in national parks.
- Dawn and dusk are peak activity times for most mammals.
- Use your car as a blind on wildlife drives.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Abert's Squirrel?
Nationally, May has the most observations, with the main season from March to January.
Where is Abert's Squirrel most often seen?
The most observations come from Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado.