Based on 1,477 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Ohio, Northern Short-tailed Shrew is most often recorded in September; in Ohio it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #12 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Blarina brevicauda
Northern Short-tailed Shrew 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 September
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Eastern Chipmunk
Groundhog
Eastern Cottontail
Eastern Fox Squirrel
Common Raccoon
American Red Squirrel
Places to look in Ohio
Botanical GardenCincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
Botanical GardenChadwick Arboretum
National ForestWayne National Forest
Botanical GardenCox Arboretum and Gardens MetroPark
State ParkHocking Hills State Park
State ParkMaumee Bay State Park
FAQ
When does Northern Short-tailed Shrew appear in Ohio?
Mainly March–October, with the most records in September.
How common is Northern Short-tailed Shrew in Ohio?
It ranks #12 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Ohio (1,477 records in our sample).