South · Mississippi Flyway

American Redstart in Alabama

Setophaga ruticilla — Parulidae

CommonAbundance
Summer breederSeasonal status
8Active months

About American Redstart in Alabama

American Redstart is a North American backyard bird.

In Alabama, this species is classified as common. It visits during the breeding season, typically spring through summer. The best months to observe this bird are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Peak activity occurs in April, May, June, July, August, September.

Monthly Activity — American Redstart in Alabama

Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.

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Identification

FamilyParulidae
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Best Time to See American Redstart in Alabama

January
Low
February
Low
March
Active
April
Peak
May
Peak
June
Peak
July
Peak
August
Peak
September
Peak
October
Active
November
Low
December
Low

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American Redstart in Alabama: Quick Facts

The American Redstart (Setophaga ruticilla) is a common bird in Alabama. It is classified as a summer breeder in the state, falling within the South region and the Mississippi Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Alabama are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. For birders in Birmingham and throughout Alabama, knowing the seasonal patterns of American Redstart can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.

Use the monthly activity chart above to plan your birding outings, and explore other bird species found in Alabama using the related birds section.