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Eastern Bluebird in Minnesota

Sialia sialis — Turdidae

CommonAbundance
Summer breederSeasonal status
8Active months

About Eastern Bluebird in Minnesota

Eastern Bluebird is a North American backyard bird.

In Minnesota, 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 — Eastern Bluebird in Minnesota

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

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Identification

FamilyTurdidae
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Best Time to See Eastern Bluebird in Minnesota

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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Eastern Bluebird in Minnesota: Quick Facts

The Eastern Bluebird (Sialia sialis) is a common bird in Minnesota. 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 Minnesota are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. For birders in Minneapolis and throughout Minnesota, knowing the seasonal patterns of Eastern Bluebird 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 Minnesota using the related birds section.