Based on 20,653 research-grade iNaturalist observations in California, Nuttall's Woodpecker is most often recorded in March; in California it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #50 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Dryobates nuttallii
Nuttall's Woodpecker in California 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 California in March
Red-tailed Hawk
Anna's Hummingbird
Mallard
White-crowned Sparrow
House Finch
Canada Goose
Dark-eyed Junco
Western Bluebird
Places to look in California
Botanical GardenThe Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens
State ParkHearst Castle
Botanical GardenSan Francisco Botanical Garden
State ParkAnza-Borrego Desert State Park
National ForestAngeles National Forest
National ForestSequoia National Forest
FAQ
When does Nuttall's Woodpecker appear in California?
Mainly February–January, with the most records in March.
How common is Nuttall's Woodpecker in California?
It ranks #50 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in California (20,653 records in our sample).