Based on 1,746 research-grade iNaturalist observations in New Hampshire, American Goldfinch is most often recorded in May; in New Hampshire it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #4 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
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American Goldfinch in New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire in May
American Robin
Gray Catbird
Baltimore Oriole
Wild Turkey
Eastern Phoebe
Canada Goose
Chipping Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Places to look in New Hampshire
National ForestWhite Mountain National Forest
State ParkFranconia Notch State Park
State ParkOdiorne Point State Park
State ParkMount Washington State Park
State ParkRhododendron State Park
State ParkPawtuckaway State Park
FAQ
When does American Goldfinch appear in New Hampshire?
Mainly December–August, with the most records in May.
How common is American Goldfinch in New Hampshire?
It ranks #4 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in New Hampshire (1,746 records in our sample).