West · Central Flyway

Common Grackle in Colorado

Quiscalus quiscula — Icteridae

CommonAbundance
Summer breederSeasonal status
5Active months
162,671Observations

About Common Grackle in Colorado

Common Grackle is a North American backyard bird.

In Colorado, this species is classified as common. It visits during the breeding season, typically spring through summer. The best months to observe this bird are April, May, June, July, August. Peak activity occurs in April, May, June.

Monthly Activity — Common Grackle in Colorado

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

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Identification

FamilyIcteridae
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Best Time to See Common Grackle in Colorado

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

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Common Grackle in Colorado: Quick Facts

The Common Grackle (Quiscalus quiscula) is a common bird in Colorado. It is classified as a summer breeder in the state, falling within the West region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Colorado are April, May, June, July, August. For birders in Denver and throughout Colorado, knowing the seasonal patterns of Common Grackle 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.