Midwest · Mississippi Flyway

Are There Orange-crowned Warblers in Illinois?

Leiothlypis celata — Parulidae

UncommonAbundance
Migrant / TransientSeasonal status
4Active months

Is the Orange-crowned Warbler Found in Illinois?

Orange-crowned Warblers do occur in Illinois, but they are considered uncommon. Encountering one requires patience and the right habitat during migration windows.

Orange-crowned Warbler is a North American backyard bird.

In Illinois, this species is classified as uncommon. It passes through Illinois during migration. The best months to observe this bird are April, May, September, October.

Monthly Activity — Orange-crowned Warbler in Illinois

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

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Identification

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Best Time to See Orange-crowned Warbler in Illinois

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

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Orange-crowned Warbler in Illinois: Quick Facts

The Orange-crowned Warbler (Leiothlypis celata) is an uncommon bird in Illinois. It is classified as a migrant / transient in the state, falling within the Midwest region and the Mississippi Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Illinois are April, May, September, October. For birders in Chicago and throughout Illinois, knowing the seasonal patterns of Orange-crowned Warbler 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 Illinois using the related birds section.