
Based on 5,059 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Ohio, Eastern Fox Squirrel is most often recorded in May; in Ohio it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #5 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
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Eastern Fox Squirrel in Ohio 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 Ohio in May

White-tailed Deer

Eastern Cottontail
Eastern Chipmunk

Eastern Gray Squirrel

Common Raccoon

Groundhog

Muskrat

American Red Squirrel
Places to look in Ohio
Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
Chadwick Arboretum
Wayne National Forest
Cox Arboretum and Gardens MetroPark
Hocking Hills State Park
Maumee Bay State Park
FAQ
When does Eastern Fox Squirrel appear in Ohio?
Mainly September–July, with the most records in May.
How common is Eastern Fox Squirrel in Ohio?
It ranks #5 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Ohio (5,059 records in our sample).