Based on 10,283 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Minnesota, White-tailed Deer is most often recorded in June; in Minnesota it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #1 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
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White-tailed Deer in Minnesota 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 Minnesota in June
Eastern Cottontail
Eastern Chipmunk
Eastern Gray Squirrel
American Red Squirrel
Common Raccoon
American Black Bear
Groundhog
American Beaver
Places to look in Minnesota
National ForestChippewa National Forest
Botanical GardenUniversity of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
State ParkItasca State Park
State ParkJudge C. R. Magney State Park
National ForestSuperior National Forest
State ParkFlandrau State Park
FAQ
When does White-tailed Deer appear in Minnesota?
Mainly May–April, with the most records in June.
How common is White-tailed Deer in Minnesota?
It ranks #1 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Minnesota (10,283 records in our sample).