Based on 1,309 research-grade iNaturalist observations in West Virginia, Northern Cardinal is most often recorded in April; in West Virginia it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #3 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal in West Virginia 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 West Virginia in April
American Robin
Canada Goose
Red-winged Blackbird
Mallard
Mourning Dove
Chipping Sparrow
Eastern Towhee
American Goldfinch
Places to look in West Virginia
State ParkBabcock State Park
National ForestMonongahela National Forest
State ParkBerkeley Springs State Park
State ParkBlennerhassett Island Historical State Park
State ParkCanaan Valley Resort State Park
State ParkBeartown State Park
FAQ
When does Northern Cardinal appear in West Virginia?
Mainly December–July, with the most records in April.
How common is Northern Cardinal in West Virginia?
It ranks #3 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in West Virginia (1,309 records in our sample).