Midwest · Mississippi Flyway

Yellow Warbler in Missouri

Setophaga petechia — Parulidae

CommonAbundance
Summer breederSeasonal status
6Active months

About Yellow Warbler in Missouri

Yellow Warbler is a North American backyard bird.

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

Monthly Activity — Yellow Warbler in Missouri

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

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Identification

FamilyParulidae
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Best Time to See Yellow Warbler in Missouri

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

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Yellow Warbler in Missouri: Quick Facts

The Yellow Warbler (Setophaga petechia) is a common bird in Missouri. 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 Missouri are April, May, June, July, August, September. For birders in Kansas City and throughout Missouri, knowing the seasonal patterns of Yellow 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.