Based on 3,117 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Massachusetts, Coyote is most often recorded in January; in Massachusetts it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #6 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Canis latrans
Coyote in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts in January
Eastern Gray Squirrel
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Cottontail
Common Raccoon
American Beaver
Red Fox
American Red Squirrel
Fisher
Places to look in Massachusetts
Botanical GardenArnold Arboretum
Botanical GardenBoston Public Garden
Botanical GardenBerkshire Botanical Garden
State ParkHalibut Point State Park
State ParkHammond Pond Reservation
State ParkTolland State Forest
FAQ
When does Coyote appear in Massachusetts?
Mainly December–November, with the most records in January.
How common is Coyote in Massachusetts?
It ranks #6 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Massachusetts (3,117 records in our sample).