Based on 1,213 research-grade iNaturalist observations in New Hampshire, Northern Cardinal is most often recorded in April; in New Hampshire it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #12 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal in New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire in April
Black-capped Chickadee
American Robin
Wild Turkey
Mallard
American Goldfinch
Dark-eyed Junco
Eastern Phoebe
Canada Goose
Places to look in New Hampshire
National ForestWhite Mountain National Forest
State ParkFranconia Notch State Park
State ParkOdiorne Point State Park
State ParkMount Washington State Park
State ParkRhododendron State Park
State ParkPawtuckaway State Park
FAQ
When does Northern Cardinal appear in New Hampshire?
Mainly January–August, with the most records in April.
How common is Northern Cardinal in New Hampshire?
It ranks #12 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in New Hampshire (1,213 records in our sample).