Midwest · Central Flyway

Are There Black-and-white Warblers in Nebraska?

Yes, but uncommon — Black-and-white Warblers occur in Nebraska mainly from May to September. Mniotilta varia · Parulidae

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Migrant / TransientSeasonal status
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2,323Observations

Is the Black-and-white Warbler Found in Nebraska?

Black-and-white Warblers do occur in Nebraska, 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 South Dakota (about 200 miles away), Kansas (about 220 miles away) and Iowa (about 340 miles away).

Often mistaken for Black-and-white Warblers in Nebraska: White-breasted Nuthatch, Brown Creeper, Black-capped Chickadee and Yellow-rumped Warbler — these occur regularly in Nebraska, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Black-and-white Warbler.

Black-and-white Warbler is a North American backyard bird.

In Nebraska, this species is classified as uncommon. It passes through Nebraska during migration. The best months to observe this bird are May, September. Peak activity occurs in May.

Monthly Activity — Black-and-white Warbler in Nebraska

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

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Identification

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Best Time to See Black-and-white Warbler in Nebraska

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

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Black-and-white Warbler in Nebraska: Quick Facts

The Black-and-white Warbler (Mniotilta varia) is an uncommon bird in Nebraska. It is classified as a migrant / transient in the state, falling within the Midwest region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Nebraska are May, September. For birders in Omaha and throughout Nebraska, 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 Nebraska using the related birds section.