Pennsylvania wildlife
Scarlet Tanager (male)
Piranga olivacea
Males with brilliant red and black during spring migration
See the Scarlet Tanager (male) up close
Best months
May · Jun · Jul · Aug
Best seen during dawn or early morning in May; check eBird for recent sightings.
Where to look
Allegheny National Forest, oak canopyPine Creek Gorge (Tioga State Forest)Ricketts Glen State Park
Conservation status
Common in mature deciduous forests, but declining
Good to know
What is the best way to identify a male Scarlet Tanager?
Look for a bright red body with jet-black wings and tail, often high in deciduous trees.
When do Scarlet Tanagers arrive in Pennsylvania?
They typically arrive in early May from South American wintering grounds.
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