Based on 8,253 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Tennessee, White-tailed Deer is most often recorded in July; in Tennessee 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 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 July
American Black Bear
Eastern Cottontail
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Groundhog
Common Raccoon
Striped Skunk
Eastern Chipmunk
Mexican Long-nosed Armadillo
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 White-tailed Deer appear in Tennessee?
Mainly June–May, with the most records in July.
How common is White-tailed Deer in Tennessee?
It ranks #1 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Tennessee (8,253 records in our sample).