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Spotted Towhee in California

Pipilo maculatus — Passerellidae

CommonAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
12Active months
756,440Observations

About Spotted Towhee in California

Spotted Towhee is a North American backyard bird.

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

Monthly Activity — Spotted Towhee in California

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 Spotted Towhee in California

January
Peak
February
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March
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April
Peak
May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
Peak
December
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Spotted Towhee in California: Quick Facts

The Spotted Towhee (Pipilo maculatus) is a common 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 Spotted Towhee 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.