Midwest · Central Flyway
Are There Black-chinned Hummingbirds in South Dakota?
No — Black-chinned Hummingbirds are not regularly found in South Dakota; any sighting there is a rare stray. Archilochus alexandri · Trochilidae
Is the Black-chinned Hummingbird Found in South Dakota?
Black-chinned Hummingbirds are not regularly found in South Dakota. eBird holds only 7 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 Black-chinned Hummingbirds occur regularly are Colorado (about 450 miles away), Oklahoma (about 630 miles away) and Utah (about 680 miles away).
Often mistaken for Black-chinned Hummingbirds in South Dakota: Ruby-throated Hummingbird — these occur regularly in South Dakota, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Black-chinned Hummingbird.
Black-chinned 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 — Black-chinned Hummingbird in South Dakota
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Black-chinned Hummingbird in South Dakota
Other birds in South Dakota
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Black-chinned Hummingbird in other states
Black-chinned Hummingbird in South Dakota: Quick Facts
The Black-chinned Hummingbird (Archilochus alexandri) 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 Black-chinned 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.