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White-tailed Deer in Colorado

Odocoileus virginianus · peak November in Colorado

White-tailed Deer in Colorado
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Based on 2,209 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Colorado, White-tailed Deer is most often recorded in November; in Colorado it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #13 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.

Odocoileus virginianus

White-tailed Deer in Colorado by month

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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 Colorado in November

Places to look in Colorado

FAQ

When does White-tailed Deer appear in Colorado?
Mainly October–September, with the most records in November.
How common is White-tailed Deer in Colorado?
It ranks #13 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Colorado (2,209 records in our sample).