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Indigo Bunting in Michigan

Passerina cyanea — Cardinalidae

CommonAbundance
Summer breederSeasonal status
4Active months
90,677Observations

About Indigo Bunting in Michigan

Indigo Bunting is a North American backyard bird.

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

Monthly Activity — Indigo Bunting in Michigan

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

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Identification

FamilyCardinalidae
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Best Time to See Indigo Bunting in Michigan

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

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Indigo Bunting in Michigan: Quick Facts

The Indigo Bunting (Passerina cyanea) is a common bird in Michigan. It is classified as a summer breeder in the state, falling within the Midwest region and the Mississippi Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Michigan are May, June, July, August. For birders in Detroit and throughout Michigan, knowing the seasonal patterns of Indigo Bunting 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 Michigan using the related birds section.