Based on 3,344 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Virginia, Eastern Chipmunk is most often recorded in May; in Virginia it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #6 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Tamias striatus
Eastern Chipmunk in Virginia 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 Virginia in May
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Eastern Cottontail
Red Fox
Groundhog
Common Raccoon
American Beaver
Muskrat
Places to look in Virginia
Botanical GardenLewis Ginter Botanical Garden
State ParkGrayson Highlands State Park
State ParkOcconeechee State Park
State ParkStaunton River State Park
State ParkMason Neck State Park
State ParkSky Meadows State Park
FAQ
When does Eastern Chipmunk appear in Virginia?
Mainly April–July, with the most records in May.
How common is Eastern Chipmunk in Virginia?
It ranks #6 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Virginia (3,344 records in our sample).