Midwest · Mississippi Flyway

Are There Palm Warblers in Ohio?

Setophaga palmarum — Parulidae

UncommonAbundance
Migrant / TransientSeasonal status
4Active months

Is the Palm Warbler Found in Ohio?

Palm Warblers do occur in Ohio, but they are considered uncommon. Encountering one requires patience and the right habitat during migration windows.

Palm Warbler is a North American backyard bird.

In Ohio, this species is classified as uncommon. It passes through Ohio during migration. The best months to observe this bird are April, May, September, October.

Monthly Activity — Palm Warbler in Ohio

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

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Identification

FamilyParulidae
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Best Time to See Palm Warbler in Ohio

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

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Palm Warbler in Ohio: Quick Facts

The Palm Warbler (Setophaga palmarum) is an uncommon bird in Ohio. It is classified as a migrant / transient in the state, falling within the Midwest region and the Mississippi Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Ohio are April, May, September, October. For birders in Columbus and throughout Ohio, knowing the seasonal patterns of Palm Warbler 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 Ohio using the related birds section.