Northeast · Atlantic Flyway
Are There Anna's Hummingbirds in New Jersey?
No — Anna's Hummingbirds are not regularly found in New Jersey; any sighting there is a rare stray. Calypte anna · Trochilidae
Is the Anna's Hummingbird Found in New Jersey?
Anna's Hummingbirds are not regularly found in New Jersey. 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 2,050 miles away), Nevada (about 2,220 miles away) and Washington (about 2,370 miles away).
Often mistaken for Anna's Hummingbirds in New Jersey: Ruby-throated Hummingbird — these occur regularly in New Jersey, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Anna's Hummingbird.
Anna's Hummingbird is a North American backyard bird.
In New Jersey, this species is classified as rare. There is no regular population in New Jersey; check neighboring states listed below.
Monthly Activity — Anna's Hummingbird in New Jersey
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Anna's Hummingbird in New Jersey
Other birds in New Jersey
Birds you might also encounter in New Jersey.
Anna's Hummingbird in other states
Anna's Hummingbird in New Jersey: Quick Facts
The Anna's Hummingbird (Calypte anna) is a rarely seen bird in New Jersey. It is classified as a not regularly recorded in the state, falling within the Northeast region and the Atlantic Flyway migration corridor.
For birders in Newark and throughout New Jersey, 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 New Jersey using the related birds section.