West · Central Flyway
Are There Evening Grosbeaks in New Mexico?
No — Evening Grosbeaks are not regularly found in New Mexico; any sighting there is a rare stray. Coccothraustes vespertinus · Fringillidae
Is the Evening Grosbeak Found in New Mexico?
Evening Grosbeaks are not regularly found in New Mexico. 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 Evening Grosbeaks occur regularly are Colorado (about 310 miles away), Utah (about 460 miles away) and Wyoming (about 570 miles away).
Often mistaken for Evening Grosbeaks in New Mexico: American Goldfinch, Pine Siskin and House Finch — these occur regularly in New Mexico, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Evening Grosbeak.
Evening Grosbeak is a North American backyard bird.
In New Mexico, this species is classified as rare. There is no regular population in New Mexico; check neighboring states listed below.
Monthly Activity — Evening Grosbeak in New Mexico
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Evening Grosbeak in New Mexico
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Evening Grosbeak in other states
Evening Grosbeak in New Mexico: Quick Facts
The Evening Grosbeak (Coccothraustes vespertinus) is a rarely seen bird in New Mexico. It is classified as a not regularly recorded 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 Evening Grosbeak 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.