Pennsylvania is the sixth most populous state in the United States of America, with most of the population concentrated in the eastern and western parts. The central part mostly has farmlands, forests, and mountainous terrain, thus being more prominent as a birding hotspot. Besides this, the Pennsylvania side of Lake Erie in the north-western corner of the state has a 43-mile shoreline, being a favorite spot habitat for water and migratory birds.
The Pennsylvania Ornithological Records Committee accepts 435 bird species living in Pennsylvania, according to the July 2020 list.
The ruffled grouse has been designated as Pennsylvania’s official state bird since 1931.
Birds of Prey: American Kestrel, Golden Eagle, Bald Eagle, Turkey Vulture, Red-tailed Hawk
Backyard Birds:
All-year-round: American Goldfinch, Ruffed Grouse, Song Sparrow, House Finch, Downy Woodpecker
Migratory Birds:
In Summer: Cedar Waxwing, Wood Thrush, Northern Flicker, Blackpoll Warbler, Gray-cheeked Thrush
In Winter: Northern Cardinal, Black-capped Chickadee, Blue Jay, Mourning Dove, Downy Woodpecker
Water Birds: Canada Goose, Cackling Goose, Long-tailed Duck, American Black Duck, Wood Duck
