West · Central Flyway

Dark-eyed Junco in Colorado

Junco hyemalis — Passerellidae

AbundantAbundance
Winter visitorSeasonal status
6Active months
254,845Observations

About Dark-eyed Junco in Colorado

Dark-eyed Junco is a North American backyard bird.

In Colorado, this species is classified as abundant. It is primarily a winter visitor to Colorado. The best months to observe this bird are January, February, March, October, November, December. Peak activity occurs in January, February, November, December.

Monthly Activity — Dark-eyed Junco in Colorado

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 Dark-eyed Junco in Colorado

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

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Dark-eyed Junco in Colorado: Quick Facts

The Dark-eyed Junco (Junco hyemalis) is one of the most commonly seen bird in Colorado. It is classified as a winter visitor in the state, falling within the West region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Colorado are January, February, March, October, November, December. For birders in Denver and throughout Colorado, knowing the seasonal patterns of Dark-eyed Junco 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.