South · Mississippi Flyway

Gray Catbird in Alabama

Dumetella carolinensis — Mimidae

CommonAbundance
Summer breederSeasonal status
8Active months

About Gray Catbird in Alabama

Gray Catbird 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 — Gray Catbird in Alabama

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

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Identification

FamilyMimidae
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Best Time to See Gray Catbird 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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Gray Catbird in Alabama: Quick Facts

The Gray Catbird (Dumetella carolinensis) 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 Gray Catbird 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.