Northeast · Atlantic Flyway

Dark-eyed Junco in Rhode Island

Junco hyemalis — Passerellidae

CommonAbundance
Winter visitorSeasonal status
7Active months
17,909Observations

About Dark-eyed Junco in Rhode Island

Dark-eyed Junco is a North American backyard bird.

In Rhode Island, this species is classified as common. It is primarily a winter visitor to Rhode Island. The best months to observe this bird are January, February, March, April, October, November, December. Peak activity occurs in January, February, November, December.

Monthly Activity — Dark-eyed Junco in Rhode Island

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 Dark-eyed Junco in Rhode Island

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

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Dark-eyed Junco in Rhode Island: Quick Facts

The Dark-eyed Junco (Junco hyemalis) is a common bird in Rhode Island. It is classified as a winter visitor in the state, falling within the Northeast region and the Atlantic Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Rhode Island are January, February, March, April, October, November, December. For birders in Providence and throughout Rhode Island, knowing the seasonal patterns of Dark-eyed Junco 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 Rhode Island using the related birds section.