South · Atlantic Flyway

Dark-eyed Junco in Maryland

Junco hyemalis — Passerellidae

CommonAbundance
Winter visitorSeasonal status
7Active months

About Dark-eyed Junco in Maryland

Dark-eyed Junco is a North American backyard bird.

In Maryland, this species is classified as common. It is primarily a winter visitor to Maryland. 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 Maryland

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 Maryland

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 Maryland: Quick Facts

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

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