Based on 14,367 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Pennsylvania, Northern Cardinal is most often recorded in April; in Pennsylvania it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #2 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania in April
American Robin
Red-winged Blackbird
Canada Goose
Mourning Dove
Mallard
White-throated Sparrow
House Sparrow
Song Sparrow
Places to look in Pennsylvania
National ForestAllegheny National Forest
State ParkPresque Isle State Park
Botanical GardenJenkins Arboretum
State ParkCherry Springs State Park
State ParkColton Point State Park
State ParkLeonard Harrison State Park
FAQ
When does Northern Cardinal appear in Pennsylvania?
Mainly December–July, with the most records in April.
How common is Northern Cardinal in Pennsylvania?
It ranks #2 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Pennsylvania (14,367 records in our sample).