Based on 5,200 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Hawaii, Black-crowned Night Heron is most often recorded in March; in Hawaii it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #7 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Nycticorax nycticorax
Black-crowned Night Heron in Hawaii 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 Hawaii in March
Pacific Golden-Plover
Red-crested Cardinal
Zebra Dove
Common Myna
Western Cattle-Egret
Hawaiian Goose
Saffron Finch
House Sparrow
Places to look in Hawaii
Botanical GardenFoster Botanical Garden
State ParkAkaka Falls State Park
State ParkNā Pali Coast State Park
Botanical GardenWahiawa Botanical Garden
Botanical GardenEnchanted Floral Gardens of Kula
Botanical GardenKula Botanical Garden
FAQ
When does Black-crowned Night Heron appear in Hawaii?
Mainly February–January, with the most records in March.
How common is Black-crowned Night Heron in Hawaii?
It ranks #7 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Hawaii (5,200 records in our sample).