Based on 3,924 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Maryland, Common Raccoon is most often recorded in April; in Maryland it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #5 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
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Common Raccoon in Maryland 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 Maryland in April
Eastern Gray Squirrel
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Cottontail
Red Fox
American Beaver
Groundhog
Muskrat
Virginia Opossum
Places to look in Maryland
State ParkWashington Monument State Park
State ParkPatapsco Valley State Park
State ParkSeneca Creek State Park
State ParkCalvert Cliffs State Park
State ParkSusquehanna State Park
State ParkGambrill State Park
FAQ
When does Common Raccoon appear in Maryland?
Mainly March–February, with the most records in April.
How common is Common Raccoon in Maryland?
It ranks #5 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Maryland (3,924 records in our sample).