mating season

noun

: the time of year when an animal mates

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Recent Examples on the Web

Between March and June, the mammals’ typical mating season, the no-go zone increases to 500 meters (1,640 feet). — Charlotte Reck, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026

Kris Bagnara, chief of service at All U Need Pest Control, points out that spiders’ mating season runs from August to October, which can draw them out from their webs and hiding spots in search of a mate. — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 7 Aug. 2026

Bucks will regrow their antlers every year ahead of mating season, and then shed them during the late winter, after mating season is over, the university stated on its website. — Julia Gomez, USA Today, 23 July 2026

Bull bison can become especially aggressive during the annual mating season. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 15 July 2026

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