Mammals in Virginia

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 10 most common mammals in Virginia?

The 10 most common mammals in Virginia are:

1. White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus)
2. Eastern Gray Squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis)
3. Eastern Cottontail (Sylvilagus floridanus)
4. Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes)
5. Common Raccoon (Procyon lotor)
6. Eastern Chipmunk (Tamias striatus)
7. Groundhog (Marmota monax)
8. American Beaver (Castor canadensis)
9. Virginia Opossum (Didelphis virginiana)
10. American Black Bear (Ursus americanus)

What is the most observed mammal in Virginia?

The most observed mammal in Virginia is White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus), with 20,844 recorded observations.