Northeast · Atlantic Flyway

Are There Palm Warblers in Pennsylvania?

Setophaga palmarum — Parulidae

UncommonAbundance
Migrant / TransientSeasonal status
4Active months

Is the Palm Warbler Found in Pennsylvania?

Palm Warblers do occur in Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania, this species is classified as uncommon. It passes through Pennsylvania during migration. The best months to observe this bird are April, May, September, October.

Monthly Activity — Palm Warbler in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania: Quick Facts

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

The best months to spot this species in Pennsylvania are April, May, September, October. For birders in Philadelphia and throughout Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania using the related birds section.