West · Central Flyway

Are There Brown Thrashers in Wyoming?

Yes, but uncommon — Brown Thrashers occur in Wyoming mainly from May to September. Toxostoma rufum · Mimidae

UncommonAbundance
Migrant / TransientSeasonal status
3Active months
1,313Observations

Is the Brown Thrasher Found in Wyoming?

Brown Thrashers do occur in Wyoming, but they are considered uncommon. Encountering one requires patience and the right habitat during migration windows.

Where to see them instead: the nearest states where Brown Thrashers occur regularly are Colorado (about 270 miles away), South Dakota (about 360 miles away) and Nebraska (about 390 miles away).

Often mistaken for Brown Thrashers in Wyoming: Gray Catbird — these occur regularly in Wyoming, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Brown Thrasher.

Brown Thrasher is a North American backyard bird.

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

Monthly Activity — Brown Thrasher in Wyoming

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 Wyoming

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

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Brown Thrasher in Wyoming: Quick Facts

The Brown Thrasher (Toxostoma rufum) is an uncommon bird in Wyoming. It is classified as a migrant / transient in the state, falling within the West region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Wyoming are May, August, September. For birders in Cheyenne and throughout Wyoming, 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 Wyoming using the related birds section.