Midwest · Central Flyway

Chipping Sparrow in North Dakota

Spizella passerina — Passerellidae

CommonAbundance
Summer breederSeasonal status
5Active months

About Chipping Sparrow in North Dakota

Chipping Sparrow is a North American backyard bird.

In North Dakota, this species is classified as common. It visits during the breeding season, typically spring through summer. The best months to observe this bird are May, June, July, August, September. Peak activity occurs in June, July, August.

Monthly Activity — Chipping Sparrow in North Dakota

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 Chipping Sparrow in North Dakota

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

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Chipping Sparrow in North Dakota: Quick Facts

The Chipping Sparrow (Spizella passerina) is a common bird in North Dakota. It is classified as a summer breeder in the state, falling within the Midwest region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in North Dakota are May, June, July, August, September. For birders in Fargo and throughout North Dakota, knowing the seasonal patterns of Chipping Sparrow 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 North Dakota using the related birds section.