Based on 1,519 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Alabama, Red-tailed Hawk is most often recorded in January; in Alabama it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #28 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk in Alabama 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 Alabama in January
Northern Cardinal
Sandhill Crane
Northern Mockingbird
Great Blue Heron
Eastern Bluebird
Chipping Sparrow
Pine Warbler
House Finch
Places to look in Alabama
Botanical GardenMobile Botanical Gardens
State ParkLake Guntersville State Park
State ParkLake Lurleen State Park
State ParkBuck's Pocket State Park
State ParkCheaha State Park
State ParkMonte Sano State Park
FAQ
When does Red-tailed Hawk appear in Alabama?
Mainly December–November, with the most records in January.
How common is Red-tailed Hawk in Alabama?
It ranks #28 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Alabama (1,519 records in our sample).