Based on 2,789 research-grade iNaturalist observations in New York, American Red Squirrel is most often recorded in June; in New York it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #7 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
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American Red Squirrel in New York 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 York in June
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Eastern Cottontail
Eastern Chipmunk
Groundhog
Common Raccoon
American Black Bear
Red Fox
Places to look in New York
Botanical GardenNew York Botanical Garden
Botanical GardenBrooklyn Botanic Garden
State ParkAdirondack Park
Botanical GardenQueens Botanical Garden
State ParkFranklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park
Botanical GardenPlanting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park
FAQ
When does American Red Squirrel appear in New York?
Mainly January–November, with the most records in June.
How common is American Red Squirrel in New York?
It ranks #7 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in New York (2,789 records in our sample).