Based on 2,902 research-grade iNaturalist observations in North Carolina, Virginia Opossum is most often recorded in April; in North Carolina it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #6 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Didelphis virginiana
Virginia Opossum 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 April
Eastern Gray Squirrel
White-tailed Deer
Eastern Cottontail
Common Raccoon
Groundhog
Eastern Chipmunk
American Black Bear
American Beaver
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 Virginia Opossum appear in North Carolina?
Mainly March–February, with the most records in April.
How common is Virginia Opossum in North Carolina?
It ranks #6 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in North Carolina (2,902 records in our sample).