Based on 1,569 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Indiana, Red-shouldered Hawk is most often recorded in May; in Indiana it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #21 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Buteo lineatus
Red-shouldered Hawk in Indiana 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 Indiana in May
American Robin
Canada Goose
Red-winged Blackbird
Baltimore Oriole
Mallard
Northern Cardinal
Gray Catbird
Great Blue Heron
Places to look in Indiana
State ParkTurkey Run State Park
State ParkBrown County State Park
State ParkProphetstown State Park
National ForestHoosier National Forest
State ParkMounds State Park
State ParkFalls of the Ohio State Park
FAQ
When does Red-shouldered Hawk appear in Indiana?
Mainly April–March, with the most records in May.
How common is Red-shouldered Hawk in Indiana?
It ranks #21 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Indiana (1,569 records in our sample).