Based on 1,285 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Kansas, Eastern Cottontail is most often recorded in May; in Kansas it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #3 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
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Eastern Cottontail in Kansas 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 Kansas in May
Eastern Fox Squirrel
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Common Raccoon
Red Fox
Virginia Opossum
Muskrat
Black-tailed Prairie Dog
Places to look in Kansas
Botanical GardenBotanica, The Wichita Gardens
State ParkMushroom Rock State Park
State ParkKanopolis State Park
State ParkCedar Bluff State Park
State ParkPrairie Dog State Park
State ParkWilson State Park
FAQ
When does Eastern Cottontail appear in Kansas?
Mainly April–August, with the most records in May.
How common is Eastern Cottontail in Kansas?
It ranks #3 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Kansas (1,285 records in our sample).