Based on 1,423 research-grade iNaturalist observations in New Hampshire, American Beaver is most often recorded in May; in New Hampshire it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #4 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Castor canadensis
American Beaver in New Hampshire by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in New Hampshire in May
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Chipmunk
American Black Bear
North American Porcupine
Moose
Eastern Gray Squirrel
American Red Squirrel
Groundhog
Places to look in New Hampshire
National ForestWhite Mountain National Forest
State ParkFranconia Notch State Park
State ParkOdiorne Point State Park
State ParkMount Washington State Park
State ParkRhododendron State Park
State ParkPawtuckaway State Park
FAQ
When does American Beaver appear in New Hampshire?
Mainly March–October, with the most records in May.
How common is American Beaver in New Hampshire?
It ranks #4 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in New Hampshire (1,423 records in our sample).