Based on 1,079 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Tennessee, Virginia Opossum is most often recorded in April; in Tennessee it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #8 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Didelphis virginiana
Virginia Opossum in Tennessee 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 Tennessee in April
Eastern Gray Squirrel
White-tailed Deer
American Black Bear
Eastern Cottontail
Eastern Chipmunk
Groundhog
Common Raccoon
American Beaver
Places to look in Tennessee
Botanical GardenCheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art
National ForestCherokee National Forest
State ParkBicentennial Mall State Park
State ParkDunbar Cave State Park
State ParkFort Pillow State Park
State ParkMeeman-Shelby Forest State Park
FAQ
When does Virginia Opossum appear in Tennessee?
Mainly March–February, with the most records in April.
How common is Virginia Opossum in Tennessee?
It ranks #8 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Tennessee (1,079 records in our sample).