South · Atlantic Flyway
Are There Anna's Hummingbirds in Virginia?
No — Anna's Hummingbirds are not regularly found in Virginia; any sighting there is a rare stray. Calypte anna · Trochilidae
Is the Anna's Hummingbird Found in Virginia?
Anna's Hummingbirds are not regularly found in Virginia. eBird holds only 17 Virginia 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 Arizona (about 1,780 miles away), Nevada (about 1,990 miles away) and California (about 2,180 miles away).
Often mistaken for Anna's Hummingbirds in Virginia: Ruby-throated Hummingbird — these occur regularly in Virginia, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Anna's Hummingbird.
Anna's Hummingbird is a North American backyard bird.
In Virginia, this species is classified as rare. There is no regular population in Virginia; check neighboring states listed below.
Monthly Activity — Anna's Hummingbird in Virginia
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Anna's Hummingbird in Virginia
Other birds in Virginia
Birds you might also encounter in Virginia.
Anna's Hummingbird in other states
Anna's Hummingbird in Virginia: Quick Facts
The Anna's Hummingbird (Calypte anna) is a rarely seen bird in Virginia. It is classified as a not regularly recorded in the state, falling within the South region and the Atlantic Flyway migration corridor.
For birders in Virginia Beach and throughout Virginia, 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 Virginia using the related birds section.