West · Pacific Flyway

Are There Golden-crowned Kinglets in California?

Regulus satrapa — Regulidae

UncommonAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
10Active months
50,972Observations

Is the Golden-crowned Kinglet Found in California?

Golden-crowned Kinglets do occur in California, but they are considered uncommon. Encountering one requires patience and the right habitat.

Golden-crowned Kinglet is a North American backyard bird.

In California, this species is classified as uncommon. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.

Monthly Activity — Golden-crowned Kinglet in California

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

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RegularSeasonalRare

Identification

FamilyRegulidae
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Best Time to See Golden-crowned Kinglet in California

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

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Golden-crowned Kinglet in California: Quick Facts

The Golden-crowned Kinglet (Regulus satrapa) is an uncommon bird in California. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the West region and the Pacific Flyway migration corridor.

For birders in Los Angeles and throughout California, knowing the seasonal patterns of Golden-crowned Kinglet 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 California using the related birds section.