Based on 3,258 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Tennessee, Red-tailed Hawk is most often recorded in November; in Tennessee it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #16 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk in Tennessee 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 Tennessee in November
Northern Cardinal
American Robin
Northern Mockingbird
Great Blue Heron
Song Sparrow
White-throated Sparrow
Eastern Bluebird
Downy Woodpecker
Places to look in Tennessee
Botanical GardenCheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art
National ForestCherokee National Forest
State ParkBicentennial Mall State Park
State ParkDunbar Cave State Park
State ParkFort Pillow State Park
State ParkMeeman-Shelby Forest State Park
FAQ
When does Red-tailed Hawk appear in Tennessee?
Mainly October–September, with the most records in November.
How common is Red-tailed Hawk in Tennessee?
It ranks #16 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Tennessee (3,258 records in our sample).