South · Central Flyway
Are There Cooper's Hawks in Texas?
Yes, but uncommon — Cooper's Hawks occur in Texas year-round in small numbers. Accipiter cooperii · Accipitridae
Is the Cooper's Hawk Found in Texas?
Cooper's Hawks do occur in Texas, 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 Oklahoma (about 290 miles away), Louisiana (about 380 miles away) and Arkansas (about 420 miles away).
Often mistaken for Cooper's Hawks in Texas: Red-tailed Hawk and American Kestrel — these occur regularly in Texas, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Cooper's Hawk.
Cooper's Hawk is a North American backyard bird.
In Texas, this species is classified as uncommon. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.
Monthly Activity — Cooper's Hawk in Texas
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Cooper's Hawk in Texas
Other birds in Texas
Birds you might also encounter in Texas.
Cooper's Hawk in other states
Cooper's Hawk in Texas: Quick Facts
The Cooper's Hawk (Accipiter cooperii) is an uncommon bird in Texas. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the South region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.
For birders in Houston and throughout Texas, 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 Texas using the related birds section.