Based on 1,350 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Pennsylvania, American Black Bear is most often recorded in June; in Pennsylvania it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #12 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Ursus americanus
American Black Bear in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania in June
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Cottontail
Eastern Chipmunk
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Groundhog
Common Raccoon
Red Fox
American Red Squirrel
Places to look in Pennsylvania
National ForestAllegheny National Forest
State ParkPresque Isle State Park
Botanical GardenJenkins Arboretum
State ParkCherry Springs State Park
State ParkColton Point State Park
State ParkLeonard Harrison State Park
FAQ
When does American Black Bear appear in Pennsylvania?
Mainly May–October, with the most records in June.
How common is American Black Bear in Pennsylvania?
It ranks #12 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Pennsylvania (1,350 records in our sample).