Based on 3,766 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Arkansas, Northern Cardinal is most often recorded in January; in Arkansas it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #1 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal in Arkansas 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 Arkansas in January
Dark-eyed Junco
Downy Woodpecker
White-throated Sparrow
House Finch
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Eastern Bluebird
Carolina Wren
American Goldfinch
Places to look in Arkansas
State ParkCrater of Diamonds State Park
State ParkArkansas Post
National ForestOuachita National Forest
State ParkPetit Jean State Park
State ParkPinnacle Mountain State Park
State ParkLake Fort Smith State Park
FAQ
When does Northern Cardinal appear in Arkansas?
Mainly December–November, with the most records in January.
How common is Northern Cardinal in Arkansas?
It ranks #1 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Arkansas (3,766 records in our sample).