South · Atlantic Flyway
Are There Rufous Hummingbirds in Delaware?
No — Rufous Hummingbirds are not regularly found in Delaware; any sighting there is a rare stray. Selasphorus rufus · Trochilidae
Is the Rufous Hummingbird Found in Delaware?
Rufous 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 Rufous Hummingbirds occur regularly are South Carolina (about 480 miles away), Alabama (about 770 miles away) and Mississippi (about 910 miles away).
Often mistaken for Rufous Hummingbirds in Delaware: Ruby-throated Hummingbird — these occur regularly in Delaware, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Rufous Hummingbird.
Rufous 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 — Rufous Hummingbird in Delaware
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Rufous Hummingbird in Delaware
Other birds in Delaware
Birds you might also encounter in Delaware.
Rufous Hummingbird in other states
Rufous Hummingbird in Delaware: Quick Facts
The Rufous Hummingbird (Selasphorus rufus) 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 Rufous 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.