Based on 6,769 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Colorado, Black-tailed Prairie Dog is most often recorded in May; in Colorado it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #5 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Cynomys ludovicianus
Black-tailed Prairie Dog in Colorado 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 Colorado in May
Mule Deer
Wapiti
Eastern Fox Squirrel
Moose
Common Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel
Pronghorn
Yellow-bellied Marmot
Red Fox
Places to look in Colorado
National ForestWhite River National Forest
Botanical GardenDenver Botanic Gardens
National ForestRio Grande National Forest
National ForestSan Juan National Forest
State ParkRoxborough State Park
State ParkMancos State Park
FAQ
When does Black-tailed Prairie Dog appear in Colorado?
Mainly March–November, with the most records in May.
How common is Black-tailed Prairie Dog in Colorado?
It ranks #5 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Colorado (6,769 records in our sample).