Fremont's Squirrel (Tamiasciurus fremonti) is in the Squirrels family (Sciuridae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 2,347 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in July.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: summer visitor / breeder. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph Fremont's Squirrel: observations by month (U.S.)
About Fremont's Squirrel
The southwestern red squirrel or Fremont's squirrel (Tamiasciurus fremonti) is a species of tree squirrel endemic to high-altitude regions of the southwestern United States.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Fremont's Squirrel by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1,331 | July | Jun–Oct |
| New Mexico | 647 | July | May–Oct |
| Arizona | 351 | August | Jun–Oct |
| Utah | 18 | June | May–Oct |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related mammals (Squirrels)
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Eastern Fox Squirrel
Eastern Chipmunk
California Ground Squirrel
Groundhog
American Red Squirrel
Common Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel
Western Gray Squirrel
Photography tips
- Keep a legal and safe distance: 100 yards from bears and wolves and 25 yards from other large animals in national parks.
- Dawn and dusk are peak activity times for most mammals.
- Use your car as a blind on wildlife drives.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Fremont's Squirrel?
Nationally, July has the most observations, with the main season from June to October.
Where is Fremont's Squirrel most often seen?
The most observations come from Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona.