Midwest · Mississippi Flyway

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker in Wisconsin

Sphyrapicus varius — Picidae

CommonAbundance
Summer breederSeasonal status
8Active months

About Yellow-bellied Sapsucker in Wisconsin

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker is a North American backyard bird.

In Wisconsin, this species is classified as common. It visits during the breeding season, typically spring through summer. The best months to observe this bird are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Peak activity occurs in April, May, June, July, August, September.

Monthly Activity — Yellow-bellied Sapsucker in Wisconsin

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

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Identification

FamilyPicidae
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Best Time to See Yellow-bellied Sapsucker in Wisconsin

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

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Yellow-bellied Sapsucker in Wisconsin: Quick Facts

The Yellow-bellied Sapsucker (Sphyrapicus varius) is a common bird in Wisconsin. It is classified as a summer breeder in the state, falling within the Midwest region and the Mississippi Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Wisconsin are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. For birders in Milwaukee and throughout Wisconsin, knowing the seasonal patterns of Yellow-bellied Sapsucker 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 Wisconsin using the related birds section.