Midwest · Central Flyway
Are There Cooper's Hawks in Kansas?
Yes, but uncommon — Cooper's Hawks occur in Kansas year-round in small numbers. Accipiter cooperii · Accipitridae
Is the Cooper's Hawk Found in Kansas?
Cooper's Hawks do occur in Kansas, 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 Nebraska (about 220 miles away), Oklahoma (about 220 miles away) and Missouri (about 330 miles away).
Often mistaken for Cooper's Hawks in Kansas: Red-tailed Hawk and American Kestrel — these occur regularly in Kansas, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Cooper's Hawk.
Cooper's Hawk is a North American backyard bird.
In Kansas, this species is classified as uncommon. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.
Monthly Activity — Cooper's Hawk in Kansas
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Cooper's Hawk in Kansas
Other birds in Kansas
Birds you might also encounter in Kansas.
Cooper's Hawk in other states
Cooper's Hawk in Kansas: Quick Facts
The Cooper's Hawk (Accipiter cooperii) is an uncommon bird in Kansas. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the Midwest region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.
For birders in Wichita and throughout Kansas, 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 Kansas using the related birds section.