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Red-winged Blackbird in Kansas

Agelaius phoeniceus — Icteridae

CommonAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
12Active months

About Red-winged Blackbird in Kansas

Red-winged Blackbird is a North American backyard bird.

In Kansas, this species is classified as common. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.

Monthly Activity — Red-winged Blackbird in Kansas

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

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Identification

FamilyIcteridae
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Best Time to See Red-winged Blackbird in Kansas

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Baltimore OrioleIcterus galbulaSummer visitor
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Orchard OrioleIcterus spuriusSummer visitor

Red-winged Blackbird in other states

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Red-winged Blackbird in Kansas: Quick Facts

The Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) is a common bird in Kansas. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the Midwest region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.

For birders in Wichita and throughout Kansas, knowing the seasonal patterns of Red-winged Blackbird 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.