Based on 8,668 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Wisconsin, White-tailed Deer is most often recorded in June; in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin in June
Eastern Cottontail
Eastern Chipmunk
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Common Raccoon
American Red Squirrel
Thirteen-lined Ground Squirrel
Groundhog
Muskrat
Places to look in Wisconsin
State ParkAztalan State Park
State ParkWyalusing State Park
National ForestChequamegon–Nicolet National Forest
State ParkMerrick State Park
State ParkPerrot State Park
State ParkLake Kegonsa State Park
FAQ
When does White-tailed Deer appear in Wisconsin?
Mainly January–November, with the most records in June.
How common is White-tailed Deer in Wisconsin?
It ranks #1 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Wisconsin (8,668 records in our sample).