Based on 2,307 research-grade iNaturalist observations in North Carolina, Groundhog is most often recorded in May; in North Carolina it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #8 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
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Groundhog in North Carolina 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 North Carolina in May
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Eastern Cottontail
White-tailed Deer
American Black Bear
Common Raccoon
Eastern Chipmunk
Virginia Opossum
Wapiti
Places to look in North Carolina
Botanical GardenCoker Arboretum
Botanical GardenDaniel Stowe Botanical Garden
State ParkFort Macon State Park
State ParkHanging Rock State Park
State ParkCrowders Mountain State Park
Botanical GardenNorth Carolina Botanical Garden
FAQ
When does Groundhog appear in North Carolina?
Mainly March–October, with the most records in May.
How common is Groundhog in North Carolina?
It ranks #8 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in North Carolina (2,307 records in our sample).