West · Central Flyway

Spotted Towhee in Montana

Pipilo maculatus — Passerellidae

CommonAbundance
Summer breederSeasonal status
5Active months

About Spotted Towhee in Montana

Spotted Towhee is a North American backyard bird.

In Montana, 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, September. Peak activity occurs in June, July, August.

Monthly Activity — Spotted Towhee in Montana

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 Spotted Towhee in Montana

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

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Spotted Towhee in Montana: Quick Facts

The Spotted Towhee (Pipilo maculatus) is a common bird in Montana. It is classified as a summer breeder in the state, falling within the West region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Montana are May, June, July, August, September. For birders in Billings and throughout Montana, knowing the seasonal patterns of Spotted Towhee 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 Montana using the related birds section.