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Common Raccoon in Florida

Procyon lotor · peak March in Florida

Common Raccoon in Florida
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Based on 11,505 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Florida, Common Raccoon is most often recorded in March; in Florida it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #2 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.

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Common Raccoon in Florida by month

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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 Florida in March

Places to look in Florida

FAQ

When does Common Raccoon appear in Florida?
Mainly February–January, with the most records in March.
How common is Common Raccoon in Florida?
It ranks #2 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Florida (11,505 records in our sample).