South · Atlantic Flyway

Brown Thrasher in Virginia

Yes — Brown Thrashers are common in Virginia all year. Toxostoma rufum · Mimidae

CommonAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
11Active months
121,637Observations

About Brown Thrasher in Virginia

Brown Thrasher is a North American backyard bird.

In Virginia, this species is classified as common. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.

Monthly Activity — Brown Thrasher in Virginia

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

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Identification

FamilyMimidae
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Best Time to See Brown Thrasher in Virginia

January
Active
February
Active
March
Peak
April
Peak
May
Peak
June
Peak
July
Peak
August
Peak
September
Peak
October
Peak
November
Active
December
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Brown Thrasher in Virginia: Quick Facts

The Brown Thrasher (Toxostoma rufum) is a common bird in Virginia. It is classified as a year-round resident 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 Brown Thrasher 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.