West Virginia wildlife
Scarlet Tanager (male)
Piranga olivacea
Male is brilliant scarlet with jet-black wings and tail.
See the Scarlet Tanager (male) up close
Best months
May · Jun · Jul
Listen for its song at dawn from late May through June; always check recent eBird sightings for exact locations.
Where to look
Dolly Sods Wilderness, Monongahela National ForestNew River Gorge National Park and Preserve
Conservation status
Common but declining in eastern forests
Good to know
What is the best time to see Scarlet Tanagers in West Virginia?
Late May through early July, when males are singing and most visible.
What habitats do they prefer?
Mature deciduous and mixed forests with tall, closed canopies.
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