Midwest · Central Flyway
Are There Anna's Hummingbirds in South Dakota?
No — Anna's Hummingbirds are not regularly found in South Dakota; any sighting there is a rare stray. Calypte anna · Trochilidae
Is the Anna's Hummingbird Found in South Dakota?
Anna's Hummingbirds are not regularly found in South Dakota. eBird holds only 1 South Dakota records of this species for 2020–2024, a tiny fraction of the state's checklists — the pattern of occasional strays, not a local population. If you think you saw one, check the look-alikes below first, then report it to eBird with a photo.
Where to see them instead: the nearest states where Anna's Hummingbirds occur regularly are Nevada (about 890 miles away), Arizona (about 910 miles away) and Washington (about 1,040 miles away).
Often mistaken for Anna's Hummingbirds in South Dakota: Ruby-throated Hummingbird — these occur regularly in South Dakota, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Anna's Hummingbird.
Anna's Hummingbird is a North American backyard bird.
In South Dakota, this species is classified as rare. There is no regular population in South Dakota; check neighboring states listed below.
Monthly Activity — Anna's Hummingbird in South Dakota
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
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Best Time to See Anna's Hummingbird in South Dakota
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Anna's Hummingbird in other states
Anna's Hummingbird in South Dakota: Quick Facts
The Anna's Hummingbird (Calypte anna) is a rarely seen bird in South Dakota. It is classified as a not regularly recorded in the state, falling within the Midwest region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.
For birders in Sioux Falls and throughout South Dakota, knowing the seasonal patterns of Anna's Hummingbird 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 South Dakota using the related birds section.