Northeast · Atlantic Flyway

Common Grackle in Maine

Quiscalus quiscula — Icteridae

CommonAbundance
Summer breederSeasonal status
8Active months

About Common Grackle in Maine

Common Grackle is a North American backyard bird.

In Maine, this species is classified as common. It visits during the breeding season, typically spring through summer. The best months to observe this bird are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Peak activity occurs in April, May, June, July, August, September.

Monthly Activity — Common Grackle in Maine

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 Common Grackle in Maine

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

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Common Grackle in Maine: Quick Facts

The Common Grackle (Quiscalus quiscula) is a common bird in Maine. It is classified as a summer breeder in the state, falling within the Northeast region and the Atlantic Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Maine are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. For birders in Portland and throughout Maine, knowing the seasonal patterns of Common Grackle 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 Maine using the related birds section.