Based on 9,716 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Colorado, Red-tailed Hawk is most often recorded in April; in Colorado it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #2 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk in Colorado 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 Colorado in April
Mallard
American Robin
Canada Goose
Red-winged Blackbird
Black-billed Magpie
Great Blue Heron
American White Pelican
Western Meadowlark
Places to look in Colorado
National ForestWhite River National Forest
Botanical GardenDenver Botanic Gardens
National ForestRio Grande National Forest
National ForestSan Juan National Forest
State ParkRoxborough State Park
State ParkMancos State Park
FAQ
When does Red-tailed Hawk appear in Colorado?
Mainly March–February, with the most records in April.
How common is Red-tailed Hawk in Colorado?
It ranks #2 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Colorado (9,716 records in our sample).