Based on 2,137 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Minnesota, Common Raccoon is most often recorded in June; in Minnesota it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #8 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Procyon lotor
Common Raccoon in Minnesota 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 Minnesota in June
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Cottontail
Eastern Chipmunk
Eastern Gray Squirrel
American Red Squirrel
American Black Bear
Groundhog
American Beaver
Places to look in Minnesota
National ForestChippewa National Forest
Botanical GardenUniversity of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
State ParkItasca State Park
State ParkJudge C. R. Magney State Park
National ForestSuperior National Forest
State ParkFlandrau State Park
FAQ
When does Common Raccoon appear in Minnesota?
Mainly January–October, with the most records in June.
How common is Common Raccoon in Minnesota?
It ranks #8 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Minnesota (2,137 records in our sample).