Based on 1,189 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Rhode Island, Eastern Cottontail is most often recorded in July; in Rhode Island it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #3 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Sylvilagus floridanus
Eastern Cottontail in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island in July
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Groundhog
Common Raccoon
Eastern Chipmunk
Coyote
Red Fox
American Red Squirrel
Places to look in Rhode Island
State ParkBrenton Point State Park
State ParkGoddard Memorial State Park
State ParkLincoln Woods State Park
State ParkColt State Park
State ParkFishermen's Memorial State Park
State ParkFort Adams State Park
FAQ
When does Eastern Cottontail appear in Rhode Island?
Mainly April–September, with the most records in July.
How common is Eastern Cottontail in Rhode Island?
It ranks #3 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Rhode Island (1,189 records in our sample).