Midwest · Central Flyway
Are There Anna's Hummingbirds in Nebraska?
No — Anna's Hummingbirds are not regularly found in Nebraska; any sighting there is a rare stray. Calypte anna · Trochilidae
Is the Anna's Hummingbird Found in Nebraska?
Anna's Hummingbirds are not regularly found in Nebraska. eBird holds only 48 Nebraska records of this species for 2020–2024, a tiny fraction of the state's checklists — the pattern of occasional strays, not a local population. If you think you saw one, check the look-alikes below first, then report it to eBird with a photo.
Where to see them instead: the nearest states where Anna's Hummingbirds occur regularly are Arizona (about 800 miles away), Nevada (about 880 miles away) and California (about 1,090 miles away).
Often mistaken for Anna's Hummingbirds in Nebraska: Ruby-throated Hummingbird — these occur regularly in Nebraska, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Anna's Hummingbird.
Anna's Hummingbird is a North American backyard bird.
In Nebraska, this species is classified as rare. There is no regular population in Nebraska; check neighboring states listed below.
Monthly Activity — Anna's Hummingbird in Nebraska
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Anna's Hummingbird in Nebraska
Other birds in Nebraska
Birds you might also encounter in Nebraska.
Anna's Hummingbird in other states
Anna's Hummingbird in Nebraska: Quick Facts
The Anna's Hummingbird (Calypte anna) is a rarely seen bird in Nebraska. It is classified as a not regularly recorded in the state, falling within the Midwest region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.
For birders in Omaha and throughout Nebraska, knowing the seasonal patterns of Anna's Hummingbird 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 Nebraska using the related birds section.