Based on 1,629 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Arkansas, American Black Bear is most often recorded in July; in Arkansas it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #3 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Ursus americanus
American Black Bear in Arkansas 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 Arkansas in July
White-tailed Deer
Common Raccoon
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Eastern Cottontail
Striped Skunk
Mexican Long-nosed Armadillo
Virginia Opossum
Groundhog
Places to look in Arkansas
State ParkCrater of Diamonds State Park
State ParkArkansas Post
National ForestOuachita National Forest
State ParkPetit Jean State Park
State ParkPinnacle Mountain State Park
State ParkLake Fort Smith State Park
FAQ
When does American Black Bear appear in Arkansas?
Mainly June–October, with the most records in July.
How common is American Black Bear in Arkansas?
It ranks #3 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Arkansas (1,629 records in our sample).