Midwest · Central Flyway

Dark-eyed Junco in Kansas

Junco hyemalis — Passerellidae

CommonAbundance
Winter visitorSeasonal status
7Active months

About Dark-eyed Junco in Kansas

Dark-eyed Junco is a North American backyard bird.

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

Monthly Activity — Dark-eyed Junco in Kansas

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 Kansas

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

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Dark-eyed Junco in Kansas: Quick Facts

The Dark-eyed Junco (Junco hyemalis) is a common bird in Kansas. It is classified as a winter visitor in the state, falling within the Midwest region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Kansas are January, February, March, April, October, November, December. For birders in Wichita and throughout Kansas, 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 Kansas using the related birds section.