Based on 3,491 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Ohio, Ruby-throated Hummingbird is most often recorded in August; in Ohio it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #38 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Archilochus colubris
Ruby-throated Hummingbird in Ohio 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 Ohio in August
Great Blue Heron
American Goldfinch
Green Heron
Mallard
Great Egret
Wood Duck
Northern Cardinal
Canada Goose
Places to look in Ohio
Botanical GardenCincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
Botanical GardenChadwick Arboretum
National ForestWayne National Forest
Botanical GardenCox Arboretum and Gardens MetroPark
State ParkHocking Hills State Park
State ParkMaumee Bay State Park
FAQ
When does Ruby-throated Hummingbird appear in Ohio?
Mainly May–September, with the most records in August.
How common is Ruby-throated Hummingbird in Ohio?
It ranks #38 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Ohio (3,491 records in our sample).