Birds
Indiana's state bird, singing from hedgerows in every month of the year.
Field facts
HabitatThickets, gardens, woodland edge
RangeStatewide
When to lookYear-round
StatusLeast Concern (IUCN Red List)
Look-alikesSummer tanager — red but without a crest
Field note: Females sing too, often answering the male's phrase.
Lesson
Watching responsibly
If a bird alarms repeatedly, you are close to a nest — move away.
Where you might find it
Prophetstown State Park
Family activity · 41 mi
Brown County State Park
State park · 64 mi
Eagle Marsh Nature Preserve
Nature preserve · 38 mi
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