West · Central Flyway
Are There Cooper's Hawks in Wyoming?
Yes, but uncommon — Cooper's Hawks occur in Wyoming year-round in small numbers. Accipiter cooperii · Accipitridae
Is the Cooper's Hawk Found in Wyoming?
Cooper's Hawks do occur in Wyoming, 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 Colorado (about 270 miles away), Montana (about 330 miles away) and Utah (about 340 miles away).
Often mistaken for Cooper's Hawks in Wyoming: Red-tailed Hawk and American Kestrel — these occur regularly in Wyoming, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Cooper's Hawk.
Cooper's Hawk is a North American backyard bird.
In Wyoming, this species is classified as uncommon. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.
Monthly Activity — Cooper's Hawk in Wyoming
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Cooper's Hawk in Wyoming
Other birds in Wyoming
Birds you might also encounter in Wyoming.
Cooper's Hawk in other states
Cooper's Hawk in Wyoming: Quick Facts
The Cooper's Hawk (Accipiter cooperii) is an uncommon bird in Wyoming. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the West region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.
For birders in Cheyenne and throughout Wyoming, 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 Wyoming using the related birds section.