Midwest · Mississippi Flyway
Are There Black-and-white Warblers in Missouri?
Yes, but uncommon — Black-and-white Warblers occur in Missouri mainly from April to September. Mniotilta varia · Parulidae
Is the Black-and-white Warbler Found in Missouri?
Black-and-white Warblers do occur in Missouri, but they are considered uncommon. Encountering one requires patience and the right habitat during migration windows.
Where to see them instead: the nearest states where Black-and-white Warblers occur regularly are Illinois (about 200 miles away), Iowa (about 250 miles away) and Arkansas (about 250 miles away).
Often mistaken for Black-and-white Warblers in Missouri: White-breasted Nuthatch, Brown Creeper, Black-capped Chickadee and Yellow-rumped Warbler — these occur regularly in Missouri, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Black-and-white Warbler.
Black-and-white Warbler is a North American backyard bird.
In Missouri, this species is classified as uncommon. It passes through Missouri during migration. The best months to observe this bird are April, May, September. Peak activity occurs in September.
Monthly Activity — Black-and-white Warbler in Missouri
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Black-and-white Warbler in Missouri
Other birds in Missouri
Birds you might also encounter in Missouri.
Black-and-white Warbler in other states
Black-and-white Warbler in Missouri: Quick Facts
The Black-and-white Warbler (Mniotilta varia) is an uncommon bird in Missouri. It is classified as a migrant / transient in the state, falling within the Midwest region and the Mississippi Flyway migration corridor.
The best months to spot this species in Missouri are April, May, September. For birders in Kansas City and throughout Missouri, knowing the seasonal patterns of Black-and-white Warbler 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 Missouri using the related birds section.