Based on 2,107 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Indiana, Eastern Chipmunk is most often recorded in September; in Indiana it behaves like a spring and fall migrant. It ranks #5 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
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Eastern Chipmunk in Indiana 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 Indiana in September
Eastern Fox Squirrel
Eastern Gray Squirrel
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Cottontail
Groundhog
Common Raccoon
American Red Squirrel
Virginia Opossum
Places to look in Indiana
State ParkTurkey Run State Park
State ParkBrown County State Park
State ParkProphetstown State Park
National ForestHoosier National Forest
State ParkMounds State Park
State ParkFalls of the Ohio State Park
FAQ
When does Eastern Chipmunk appear in Indiana?
Mainly September–October, with the most records in September.
How common is Eastern Chipmunk in Indiana?
It ranks #5 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Indiana (2,107 records in our sample).