Spring
Peak migration. Warblers, shorebirds, and raptors push north. Best month: May.
Find Your State
Which state are you birding in?
Search by state name to jump directly to the bird list, top hotspots, and seasonal breakdown for that location.
When to Look
Four windows, four different bird lists.
Place-first birding only works when season comes with it. Use these windows to narrow what belongs in a state list.
Summer
Breeding season. Nesting activity peaks. Fledglings appear July-August.
Fall
Southbound migration. Sparrows, raptors, waterfowl concentrate. Hawk watches peak October.
Winter
Overwintering flocks. Irruptive finches visit feeders. Waterfowl on open water.
States by Region
Start local, then move into species.
Northeast
7 states shown
Southeast
6 states shown
Midwest
6 states shown
West
8 states shown
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