Based on 3,006 research-grade iNaturalist observations in New York, American Kestrel is most often recorded in October; in New York it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #51 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
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American Kestrel in New York 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 York in October
White-throated Sparrow
House Sparrow
Canada Goose
Yellow-rumped Warbler
Ruby-crowned Kinglet
Mallard
Red-tailed Hawk
American Robin
Places to look in New York
Botanical GardenNew York Botanical Garden
Botanical GardenBrooklyn Botanic Garden
State ParkAdirondack Park
Botanical GardenQueens Botanical Garden
State ParkFranklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park
Botanical GardenPlanting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park
FAQ
When does American Kestrel appear in New York?
Mainly September–August, with the most records in October.
How common is American Kestrel in New York?
It ranks #51 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in New York (3,006 records in our sample).