Based on 3,032 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Indiana, Great Blue Heron is most often recorded in May; in Indiana it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #5 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
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Great Blue Heron 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 May
American Robin
Canada Goose
Red-winged Blackbird
Baltimore Oriole
Mallard
Northern Cardinal
Gray Catbird
Rose-breasted Grosbeak
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 Great Blue Heron appear in Indiana?
Mainly March–October, with the most records in May.
How common is Great Blue Heron in Indiana?
It ranks #5 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Indiana (3,032 records in our sample).