Based on 4,546 research-grade iNaturalist observations in North Carolina, Common Raccoon is most often recorded in April; in North Carolina it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #4 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
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Common Raccoon in North Carolina 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 North Carolina in April
Eastern Gray Squirrel
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Cottontail
Virginia Opossum
Groundhog
Eastern Chipmunk
American Black Bear
American Beaver
Places to look in North Carolina
Botanical GardenCoker Arboretum
Botanical GardenDaniel Stowe Botanical Garden
State ParkFort Macon State Park
State ParkHanging Rock State Park
State ParkCrowders Mountain State Park
Botanical GardenNorth Carolina Botanical Garden
FAQ
When does Common Raccoon appear in North Carolina?
Mainly March–February, with the most records in April.
How common is Common Raccoon in North Carolina?
It ranks #4 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in North Carolina (4,546 records in our sample).