Based on 1,487 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Alabama, Common Raccoon is most often recorded in September; in Alabama it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #3 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
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Common Raccoon in Alabama 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 Alabama in September
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Eastern Chipmunk
Virginia Opossum
Mexican Long-nosed Armadillo
Eastern Cottontail
Groundhog
Common Bottlenose Dolphin
Places to look in Alabama
Botanical GardenMobile Botanical Gardens
State ParkLake Guntersville State Park
State ParkLake Lurleen State Park
State ParkBuck's Pocket State Park
State ParkCheaha State Park
State ParkMonte Sano State Park
FAQ
When does Common Raccoon appear in Alabama?
Mainly August–July, with the most records in September.
How common is Common Raccoon in Alabama?
It ranks #3 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Alabama (1,487 records in our sample).