Northeast · Atlantic Flyway

Brown-headed Cowbird in New Hampshire

Molothrus ater — Icteridae

CommonAbundance
Summer breederSeasonal status
8Active months

About Brown-headed Cowbird in New Hampshire

Brown-headed Cowbird is a North American backyard bird.

In New Hampshire, 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. Peak activity occurs in April, May, June, July, August, September.

Monthly Activity — Brown-headed Cowbird in New Hampshire

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 New Hampshire

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

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Brown-headed Cowbird in New Hampshire: Quick Facts

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

The best months to spot this species in New Hampshire are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. For birders in Manchester and throughout New Hampshire, 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 New Hampshire using the related birds section.