West · Pacific Flyway

Western Tanager in Oregon

Piranga ludoviciana — Cardinalidae

CommonAbundance
Summer breederSeasonal status
5Active months
80,838Observations

About Western Tanager in Oregon

Western Tanager is a North American backyard bird.

In Oregon, 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 May, June, July.

Monthly Activity — Western Tanager in Oregon

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

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Identification

FamilyCardinalidae
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Best Time to See Western Tanager in Oregon

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

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Western Tanager in Oregon: Quick Facts

The Western Tanager (Piranga ludoviciana) is a common bird in Oregon. It is classified as a summer breeder in the state, falling within the West region and the Pacific Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Oregon are May, June, July, August, September. For birders in Portland and throughout Oregon, knowing the seasonal patterns of Western Tanager 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 Oregon using the related birds section.