West · Central Flyway

Are There Cedar Waxwings in Colorado?

Yes, but uncommon — Cedar Waxwings occur in Colorado year-round in small numbers. Bombycilla cedrorum · Bombycillidae

UncommonAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
10Active months
47,673Observations

Is the Cedar Waxwing Found in Colorado?

Cedar Waxwings do occur in Colorado, but they are considered uncommon. Encountering one requires patience and the right habitat.

Where to see them instead: the nearest states where Cedar Waxwings occur regularly are Wyoming (about 270 miles away), New Mexico (about 310 miles away) and Utah (about 340 miles away).

Cedar Waxwing is a North American backyard bird.

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

Monthly Activity — Cedar Waxwing in Colorado

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

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Identification

FamilyBombycillidae
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Best Time to See Cedar Waxwing in Colorado

January
Peak
February
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March
Active
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May
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June
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July
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Cedar Waxwing in Colorado: Quick Facts

The Cedar Waxwing (Bombycilla cedrorum) is an uncommon bird in Colorado. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the West region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.

For birders in Denver and throughout Colorado, knowing the seasonal patterns of Cedar Waxwing 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 Colorado using the related birds section.