South · Central Flyway

Are There Golden-crowned Kinglets in Texas?

Regulus satrapa — Regulidae

UncommonAbundance
Winter visitorSeasonal status
5Active months
38,236Observations

Is the Golden-crowned Kinglet Found in Texas?

Golden-crowned Kinglets do occur in Texas, but they are considered uncommon. Encountering one requires patience and the right habitat in winter.

Golden-crowned Kinglet is a North American backyard bird.

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

Monthly Activity — Golden-crowned Kinglet in Texas

Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
RegularSeasonalRare

Identification

FamilyRegulidae
View full Golden-crowned Kinglet profile →

Best Time to See Golden-crowned Kinglet in Texas

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

Other birds in Texas

Birds you might also encounter in Texas.

Golden-crowned Kinglet in other states

Golden-crowned Kinglet in Texas: Quick Facts

The Golden-crowned Kinglet (Regulus satrapa) is an uncommon bird in Texas. It is classified as a winter visitor in the state, falling within the South region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Texas are January, February, March, November, December. For birders in Houston and throughout Texas, knowing the seasonal patterns of Golden-crowned Kinglet 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 Texas using the related birds section.