From the Blue Ridge to the Chesapeake Bay, Virginia's backyards host a rich mix of Eastern birds. Here are the ones you're most likely to see.
The Virginia signature
Northern Cardinal — The state bird: a brilliant red male and a warm-tan female, present all year.
The regulars
- Carolina Wren — Rusty and loud for its size.
- Blue Jay — Bold blue and white.
- Eastern Bluebird — Sky-blue back, rusty breast.
- Tufted Titmouse — Crested gray with big eyes.
- Red-bellied Woodpecker — Barred back, red cap.
- American Goldfinch — Bright yellow in summer.
- Mourning Dove — Gentle gray-brown with a soft coo.
- Ruby-throated Hummingbird — A summer jewel at nectar feeders.
Bring the birds of Virginia indoors
Our Backyard Birds of Virginia framed print gathers these species into one hand-illustrated field guide for your wall. See the full Shop by State collection, or read our field guide series. Made to order in the USA.