Based on 1,593 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Delaware, White-tailed Deer is most often recorded in June; in Delaware it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #1 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Odocoileus virginianus
White-tailed Deer in Delaware 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 Delaware in June
Eastern Cottontail
Red Fox
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Eastern Chipmunk
Common Raccoon
Muskrat
Groundhog
Tamanend's Bottlenose Dolphin
Places to look in Delaware
State ParkCape Henlopen State Park
Botanical GardenWinterthur Museum, Garden and Library
State ParkTrap Pond State Park
State ParkKillens Pond State Park
State ParkBellevue State Park
State ParkBrandywine Creek State Park
FAQ
When does White-tailed Deer appear in Delaware?
Mainly May–April, with the most records in June.
How common is White-tailed Deer in Delaware?
It ranks #1 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Delaware (1,593 records in our sample).