Northeast · Atlantic Flyway
Are There Cooper's Hawks in Rhode Island?
Yes, but uncommon — Cooper's Hawks occur in Rhode Island year-round in small numbers. Accipiter cooperii · Accipitridae
Is the Cooper's Hawk Found in Rhode Island?
Cooper's Hawks do occur in Rhode Island, 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 Massachusetts (about 50 miles away), Connecticut (about 80 miles away) and New Hampshire (about 160 miles away).
Often mistaken for Cooper's Hawks in Rhode Island: Red-tailed Hawk and American Kestrel — these occur regularly in Rhode Island, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Cooper's Hawk.
Cooper's Hawk is a North American backyard bird.
In Rhode Island, this species is classified as uncommon. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.
Monthly Activity — Cooper's Hawk in Rhode Island
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Cooper's Hawk in Rhode Island
Other birds in Rhode Island
Birds you might also encounter in Rhode Island.
Cooper's Hawk in other states
Cooper's Hawk in Rhode Island: Quick Facts
The Cooper's Hawk (Accipiter cooperii) is an uncommon bird in Rhode Island. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the Northeast region and the Atlantic Flyway migration corridor.
For birders in Providence and throughout Rhode Island, 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 Rhode Island using the related birds section.