West · Pacific Flyway
Are There Black-capped Chickadees in Hawaii?
No — Black-capped Chickadees are not regularly found in Hawaii; any sighting there is a rare stray. Poecile atricapillus · Paridae
Is the Black-capped Chickadee Found in Hawaii?
Black-capped Chickadees are not regularly found in Hawaii. 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 Black-capped Chickadees occur regularly are Oregon (about 2,550 miles away), Washington (about 2,680 miles away) and Nevada (about 2,690 miles away).
Black-capped Chickadees are active year-round residents that investigate feeders quickly. Native trees rich in insects, sunflower seed, suet, cavities, and nearby cover make small yards valuable to them.
In Hawaii, this species is classified as rare. There is no regular population in Hawaii; check neighboring states listed below.
Monthly Activity — Black-capped Chickadee in Hawaii
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Black-capped Chickadee in Hawaii
Other birds in Hawaii
Birds you might also encounter in Hawaii.
Black-capped Chickadee in other states
Black-capped Chickadee in Hawaii: Quick Facts
The Black-capped Chickadee (Poecile atricapillus) is a rarely seen bird in Hawaii. It is classified as a not regularly recorded in the state, falling within the West region and the Pacific Flyway migration corridor.
Preferred habitats include deciduous woodland, forest edge, garden. For birders in Honolulu and throughout Hawaii, knowing the seasonal patterns of Black-capped Chickadee can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.
year-round across northern United States and Canada. Use the monthly activity chart above to plan your birding outings, and explore other bird species found in Hawaii using the related birds section.