Based on 2,197 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Pennsylvania, Red-shouldered Hawk is most often recorded in January; in Pennsylvania it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #53 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Buteo lineatus
Red-shouldered Hawk 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 January
Northern Cardinal
Dark-eyed Junco
White-throated Sparrow
Song Sparrow
House Sparrow
Downy Woodpecker
House Finch
Red-tailed Hawk
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 Red-shouldered Hawk appear in Pennsylvania?
Mainly August–May, with the most records in January.
How common is Red-shouldered Hawk in Pennsylvania?
It ranks #53 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Pennsylvania (2,197 records in our sample).