New Jersey field viewing guide
Scarlet Tanager (male) in New Jersey — where & when to see them by RV
Piranga olivacea
Male striking red and black; female greenish
6peak months
3prime spots
Natural history
About the Scarlet Tanager
Sits still in mid-canopy, sallying for insects and fruits. Male's song is a hoarse, robin-like warble.
Where to look
Conservation status
See the Scarlet Tanager (male) up close
When to watch
The best months to see the scarlet tanager
Wildlife runs on a calendar. Here is the window when sightings peak in New Jersey — plan your trip around the lit months, then check the local refuge or park report before you go.
Best months
Apr · May · Jun · Jul · Aug · Sep
Best in early morning during spring migration (May) – check local eBird reports for hotspots.
Plan the trip
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Good to know
Common questions
Where in Pine Barrens specifically?
Try along the Batsto River near the historic village; listen for the male's robin-like song.
What to listen for?
A burry, slow warbling phrase similar to a robin but hoarser.
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