West · Pacific Flyway

Brown-headed Cowbird in Nevada

Molothrus ater — Icteridae

CommonAbundance
Summer breederSeasonal status
9Active months

About Brown-headed Cowbird in Nevada

Brown-headed Cowbird is a North American backyard bird.

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

Monthly Activity — Brown-headed Cowbird in Nevada

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

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Identification

FamilyIcteridae
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Best Time to See Brown-headed Cowbird in Nevada

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

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Brown-headed Cowbird in Nevada: Quick Facts

The Brown-headed Cowbird (Molothrus ater) is a common bird in Nevada. It is classified as a summer breeder in the state, falling within the West region and the Pacific Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Nevada are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. For birders in Las Vegas and throughout Nevada, knowing the seasonal patterns of Brown-headed Cowbird 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 Nevada using the related birds section.