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Dark-eyed Junco in New Mexico

Junco hyemalis — Passerellidae

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Year-round residentSeasonal status
12Active months

About Dark-eyed Junco in New Mexico

Dark-eyed Junco is a North American backyard bird.

In New Mexico, this species is classified as common. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.

Monthly Activity — Dark-eyed Junco in New Mexico

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

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Identification

FamilyPasserellidae
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Best Time to See Dark-eyed Junco in New Mexico

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Other birds in New Mexico

Birds you might also encounter in New Mexico.

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Song SparrowMelospiza melodiaYear-round
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Spotted TowheePipilo maculatusYear-round
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Chipping SparrowSpizella passerinaSummer visitor
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White-crowned SparrowZonotrichia leucophrysWinter visitor
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Fox SparrowPasserella iliacaWinter visitor
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Savannah SparrowPasserculus sandwichensisWinter visitor

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Dark-eyed Junco in New Mexico: Quick Facts

The Dark-eyed Junco (Junco hyemalis) is a common bird in New Mexico. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the West region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.

For birders in Albuquerque and throughout New Mexico, knowing the seasonal patterns of Dark-eyed Junco 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 Mexico using the related birds section.