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Birds in Wyoming

Birds in Wyoming: Wyoming's Yellowstone-Teton ecosystem and high plains support iconic western bird species. This guide lists the common backyard birds, a month-by-month calendar, and the best places to go bird watching in Wyoming.

400+Bird species
3Habitat types
1Birding hotspots

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Common Birds in Wyoming

The most frequently reported bird species across Wyoming. Click any bird for full profiles, photos, calls, and attraction tips.

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Backyard Birds in Wyoming

Wyoming backyard birds that regularly visit feeders and gardens. These are the species you’re most likely to attract with the right food, plants, and habitat setup.

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Where to Go Bird Watching in Wyoming

The best places to see birds in Wyoming, from national wildlife refuges to local sanctuaries.

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Grand Teton National Park

Trumpeter Swans, Bald Eagles, and montane forest species.

Birds in Wyoming by Month

What to expect each month: migration arrivals, departures, and seasonal highlights.

Birds by Habitat in Wyoming

Wyoming spans 3 major habitat types. Explore birds adapted to each environment.

🌲Forest BirdsWoodland and canopy birds including woodpeckers, warblers, and owls.
🌊Wetland BirdsMarsh, lake, and river species—waterfowl, herons, and shorebirds.
🏙️Urban BirdsCity-adapted birds thriving in parks, gardens, and neighborhoods.

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About birding in Wyoming

Wyoming is located in the West region of the United States and falls along the Central Flyway, one of four major North American migration routes. The state is home to more than 400 bird species across 3 habitat types: forest, wetland, urban.

Whether you’re a backyard birder in Cheyenne or planning a trip to Grand Teton National Park, this guide covers the most commonly seen species, seasonal patterns, and practical tips for attracting and identifying birds in Wyoming.