South · Central Flyway

Are There Yellow Warblers in Texas?

Setophaga petechia — Parulidae

UncommonAbundance
Migrant / TransientSeasonal status
4Active months
82,403Observations

Is the Yellow Warbler Found in Texas?

Yellow Warblers do occur in Texas, but they are considered uncommon. Encountering one requires patience and the right habitat during migration windows.

Yellow Warbler is a North American backyard bird.

In Texas, this species is classified as uncommon. It passes through Texas during migration. The best months to observe this bird are April, May, August, September. Peak activity occurs in September.

Monthly Activity — Yellow Warbler in Texas

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

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Identification

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Best Time to See Yellow Warbler in Texas

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

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Yellow Warbler in Texas: Quick Facts

The Yellow Warbler (Setophaga petechia) is an uncommon bird in Texas. It is classified as a migrant / transient in the state, falling within the South region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Texas are April, May, August, September. For birders in Houston and throughout Texas, knowing the seasonal patterns of Yellow 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 Texas using the related birds section.