South · Atlantic Flyway
Are There Anna's Hummingbirds in Delaware?
No — Anna's Hummingbirds are not regularly found in Delaware; any sighting there is a rare stray. Calypte anna · Trochilidae
Is the Anna's Hummingbird Found in Delaware?
Anna's Hummingbirds are not regularly found in Delaware. If you think you saw one, check the look-alikes below first, then report it to eBird with a photo.
Where to see them instead: the nearest states where Anna's Hummingbirds occur regularly are Arizona (about 1,990 miles away), Nevada (about 2,170 miles away) and Washington (about 2,340 miles away).
Often mistaken for Anna's Hummingbirds in Delaware: Ruby-throated Hummingbird — these occur regularly in Delaware, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Anna's Hummingbird.
Anna's Hummingbird is a North American backyard bird.
In Delaware, this species is classified as rare. There is no regular population in Delaware; check neighboring states listed below.
Monthly Activity — Anna's Hummingbird in Delaware
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Anna's Hummingbird in Delaware
Other birds in Delaware
Birds you might also encounter in Delaware.
Anna's Hummingbird in other states
Anna's Hummingbird in Delaware: Quick Facts
The Anna's Hummingbird (Calypte anna) is a rarely seen bird in Delaware. It is classified as a not regularly recorded in the state, falling within the South region and the Atlantic Flyway migration corridor.
For birders in Wilmington and throughout Delaware, knowing the seasonal patterns of Anna's Hummingbird 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 Delaware using the related birds section.