South · Atlantic Flyway
Are There Cooper's Hawks in Georgia?
Yes, but uncommon — Cooper's Hawks occur in Georgia year-round in small numbers. Accipiter cooperii · Accipitridae
Is the Cooper's Hawk Found in Georgia?
Cooper's Hawks do occur in Georgia, but they are considered uncommon. Encountering one requires patience and the right habitat.
Where to see them instead: the nearest states where Cooper's Hawks occur regularly are South Carolina (about 160 miles away), Alabama (about 190 miles away) and Tennessee (about 270 miles away).
Often mistaken for Cooper's Hawks in Georgia: Red-tailed Hawk and American Kestrel — these occur regularly in Georgia, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Cooper's Hawk.
Cooper's Hawk is a North American backyard bird.
In Georgia, this species is classified as uncommon. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.
Monthly Activity — Cooper's Hawk in Georgia
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Cooper's Hawk in Georgia
Other birds in Georgia
Birds you might also encounter in Georgia.
Cooper's Hawk in other states
Cooper's Hawk in Georgia: Quick Facts
The Cooper's Hawk (Accipiter cooperii) is an uncommon bird in Georgia. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the South region and the Atlantic Flyway migration corridor.
For birders in Atlanta and throughout Georgia, knowing the seasonal patterns of Cooper's Hawk can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.
Use the monthly activity chart above to plan your birding outings, and explore other bird species found in Georgia using the related birds section.