Based on 1,889 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Tennessee, Common Raccoon is most often recorded in June; in Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee in June
White-tailed Deer
American Black Bear
Eastern Cottontail
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Groundhog
Eastern Chipmunk
Striped Skunk
American Red Squirrel
Places to look in Tennessee
Botanical GardenCheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art
National ForestCherokee National Forest
State ParkBicentennial Mall State Park
State ParkDunbar Cave State Park
State ParkFort Pillow State Park
State ParkMeeman-Shelby Forest State Park
FAQ
When does Common Raccoon appear in Tennessee?
Mainly May–April, with the most records in June.
How common is Common Raccoon in Tennessee?
It ranks #5 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Tennessee (1,889 records in our sample).