West · Pacific Flyway

Dark-eyed Junco in Alaska

Junco hyemalis — Passerellidae

CommonAbundance
Summer breederSeasonal status
5Active months

About Dark-eyed Junco in Alaska

Dark-eyed Junco is a North American backyard bird.

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

Monthly Activity — Dark-eyed Junco in Alaska

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

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Identification

FamilyPasserellidae
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Best Time to See Dark-eyed Junco in Alaska

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

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Dark-eyed Junco in Alaska: Quick Facts

The Dark-eyed Junco (Junco hyemalis) is a common bird in Alaska. It is classified as a summer breeder in the state, falling within the West region and the Pacific Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Alaska are May, June, July, August, September. For birders in Anchorage and throughout Alaska, knowing the seasonal patterns of Dark-eyed Junco 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 Alaska using the related birds section.