West · Pacific Flyway

White-crowned Sparrow in Arizona

Zonotrichia leucophrys — Passerellidae

CommonAbundance
Winter visitorSeasonal status
7Active months
293,164Observations

About White-crowned Sparrow in Arizona

White-crowned Sparrow is a North American backyard bird.

In Arizona, this species is classified as common. It is primarily a winter visitor to Arizona. The best months to observe this bird are January, February, March, April, October, November, December. Peak activity occurs in January, February, October, November, December.

Monthly Activity — White-crowned Sparrow in Arizona

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 White-crowned Sparrow in Arizona

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

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White-crowned Sparrow in Arizona: Quick Facts

The White-crowned Sparrow (Zonotrichia leucophrys) is a common bird in Arizona. It is classified as a winter visitor in the state, falling within the West region and the Pacific Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Arizona are January, February, March, April, October, November, December. For birders in Phoenix and throughout Arizona, knowing the seasonal patterns of White-crowned Sparrow 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 Arizona using the related birds section.