Mammals in Minnesota

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 10 most common mammals in Minnesota?

The 10 most common mammals in Minnesota are:

1. White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus)
2. Eastern Gray Squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis)
3. Eastern Cottontail (Sylvilagus floridanus)
4. American Red Squirrel (Tamiasciurus hudsonicus)
5. Eastern Chipmunk (Tamias striatus)
6. American Beaver (Castor canadensis)
7. Muskrat (Ondatra zibethicus)
8. Common Raccoon (Procyon lotor)
9. Coyote (Canis latrans)
10. Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes)

What is the most observed mammal in Minnesota?

The most observed mammal in Minnesota is White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus), with 10,077 recorded observations.

What are the most common native mammals in Minnesota?

Some of the most commonly observed native mammals in Minnesota include:

1. Franklin's Ground Squirrel (Poliocitellus franklinii)