Based on 1,462 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Indiana, Brown-headed Cowbird is most often recorded in April; in Indiana it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #23 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
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Brown-headed Cowbird in Indiana 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 Indiana in April
American Robin
Canada Goose
Northern Cardinal
Mallard
Red-winged Blackbird
House Sparrow
Mourning Dove
Eastern Bluebird
Places to look in Indiana
State ParkTurkey Run State Park
State ParkBrown County State Park
State ParkProphetstown State Park
National ForestHoosier National Forest
State ParkMounds State Park
State ParkFalls of the Ohio State Park
FAQ
When does Brown-headed Cowbird appear in Indiana?
Mainly April–June, with the most records in April.
How common is Brown-headed Cowbird in Indiana?
It ranks #23 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Indiana (1,462 records in our sample).