Based on 8,731 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Maryland, Bald Eagle is most often recorded in January; in Maryland it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #7 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle in Maryland 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 Maryland in January
Northern Cardinal
White-throated Sparrow
Ring-billed Gull
Dark-eyed Junco
Canada Goose
Red-shouldered Hawk
Mallard
Eastern Bluebird
Places to look in Maryland
State ParkWashington Monument State Park
State ParkPatapsco Valley State Park
State ParkSeneca Creek State Park
State ParkCalvert Cliffs State Park
State ParkSusquehanna State Park
State ParkGambrill State Park
FAQ
When does Bald Eagle appear in Maryland?
Mainly December–November, with the most records in January.
How common is Bald Eagle in Maryland?
It ranks #7 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Maryland (8,731 records in our sample).