West · Pacific Flyway
Are There Nashville Warblers in California?
Yes, but uncommon — Nashville Warblers occur in California mainly from April to September. Leiothlypis ruficapilla · Parulidae
Is the Nashville Warbler Found in California?
Nashville Warblers do occur in California, but they are considered uncommon. Encountering one requires patience and the right habitat during migration windows.
Where to see them instead: the nearest states where Nashville Warblers occur regularly are Nevada (about 260 miles away), Utah (about 450 miles away) and Arizona (about 510 miles away).
Often mistaken for Nashville Warblers in California: Common Yellowthroat, Yellow Warbler, Orange-crowned Warbler and Yellow-rumped Warbler — these occur regularly in California, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Nashville Warbler.
Nashville Warbler is a North American backyard bird.
In California, this species is classified as uncommon. It passes through California during migration. The best months to observe this bird are April, May, June, August, September. Peak activity occurs in April.
Monthly Activity — Nashville Warbler in California
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Nashville Warbler in California
Other birds in California
Birds you might also encounter in California.
Nashville Warbler in other states
Nashville Warbler in California: Quick Facts
The Nashville Warbler (Leiothlypis ruficapilla) is an uncommon bird in California. It is classified as a migrant / transient in the state, falling within the West region and the Pacific Flyway migration corridor.
The best months to spot this species in California are April, May, June, August, September. For birders in Los Angeles and throughout California, knowing the seasonal patterns of Nashville Warbler 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.