Northeast · Atlantic Flyway
Are There Evening Grosbeaks in New York?
No — Evening Grosbeaks are not regularly found in New York; any sighting there is a rare stray. Coccothraustes vespertinus · Fringillidae
Is the Evening Grosbeak Found in New York?
Evening Grosbeaks are not regularly found in New York. 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 Vermont (about 170 miles away), New Hampshire (about 200 miles away) and Maine (about 340 miles away).
Often mistaken for Evening Grosbeaks in New York: American Goldfinch, Pine Siskin, House Finch and Purple Finch — these occur regularly in New York, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Evening Grosbeak.
Evening Grosbeak is a North American backyard bird.
In New York, this species is classified as rare. There is no regular population in New York; check neighboring states listed below.
Monthly Activity — Evening Grosbeak in New York
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Evening Grosbeak in New York
Other birds in New York
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Evening Grosbeak in other states
Evening Grosbeak in New York: Quick Facts
The Evening Grosbeak (Coccothraustes vespertinus) is a rarely seen bird in New York. 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 New York City and throughout New York, 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 York using the related birds section.