Based on 3,298 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Oregon, Douglas's Ground Squirrel is most often recorded in June; in Oregon it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #5 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Otospermophilus douglasii
Douglas's Ground Squirrel in Oregon 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 Oregon in June
Mule Deer
Common Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel
Douglas's Squirrel
American Black Bear
Common Raccoon
Townsend's Chipmunk
Belding's Ground Squirrel
Coypu
Places to look in Oregon
National ForestWillamette National Forest
National ForestMount Hood National Forest
National ForestDeschutes National Forest
Botanical GardenHoyt Arboretum
Botanical GardenLeach Botanical Garden
National ForestUmatilla National Forest
FAQ
When does Douglas's Ground Squirrel appear in Oregon?
Mainly March–September, with the most records in June.
How common is Douglas's Ground Squirrel in Oregon?
It ranks #5 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Oregon (3,298 records in our sample).