West · Pacific Flyway

White-crowned Sparrow in Oregon

Zonotrichia leucophrys — Passerellidae

CommonAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
12Active months
202,215Observations

About White-crowned Sparrow in Oregon

White-crowned Sparrow is a North American backyard bird.

In Oregon, this species is classified as common. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.

Monthly Activity — White-crowned Sparrow in Oregon

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 White-crowned Sparrow in Oregon

January
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February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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White-crowned Sparrow in Oregon: Quick Facts

The White-crowned Sparrow (Zonotrichia leucophrys) is a common bird in Oregon. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the West region and the Pacific Flyway migration corridor.

For birders in Portland and throughout Oregon, knowing the seasonal patterns of White-crowned 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 Oregon using the related birds section.