Based on 6,926 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Georgia, Northern Cardinal is most often recorded in April; in Georgia it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #1 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal in Georgia 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 Georgia in April
Canada Goose
American Robin
Northern Mockingbird
Eastern Bluebird
Carolina Wren
Brown Thrasher
Great Blue Heron
Chipping Sparrow
Places to look in Georgia
State ParkCentennial Olympic Park
Botanical GardenAtlanta Botanical Garden
State ParkNew Echota
National ForestChattahoochee–Oconee National Forest
State ParkKolomoki Mounds State Park
State ParkGeorge T. Bagby State Park
FAQ
When does Northern Cardinal appear in Georgia?
Mainly January–July, with the most records in April.
How common is Northern Cardinal in Georgia?
It ranks #1 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Georgia (6,926 records in our sample).