Midwest · Central Flyway

Red-tailed Hawk in Kansas

Yes — Red-tailed Hawks are very common in Kansas all year. Buteo jamaicensis · Accipitridae

AbundantAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
10Active months
72,089Observations

About Red-tailed Hawk in Kansas

Red-tailed Hawk is a North American backyard bird.

In Kansas, this species is classified as abundant. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.

Monthly Activity — Red-tailed Hawk in Kansas

Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.

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Identification

FamilyAccipitridae
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Best Time to See Red-tailed Hawk in Kansas

January
Peak
February
Peak
March
Peak
April
Peak
May
Active
June
Active
July
Active
August
Active
September
Peak
October
Peak
November
Peak
December
Peak

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Red-tailed Hawk in Kansas: Quick Facts

The Red-tailed Hawk (Buteo jamaicensis) is one of the most commonly seen 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 Red-tailed 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.