Allen's Hummingbird (Selasphorus sasin) is in the Hummingbirds family (Trochilidae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 21,376 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in April.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: year-round resident. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph Allen's Hummingbird: observations by month (U.S.)
About Allen's Hummingbird
Allen's hummingbird (Selasphorus sasin) is a species of hummingbird. It is a small bird, with mature adults reaching only 3 to 3.5 in (76 to 89 mm) in length. The male has a green back and forehead, with rust-colored rufous flanks, rump, and tail. The male's throat is an iridescent orange-red. The female and immature Allen's hummingbirds are similarly colored, but lack the iridescent throat patch, instead having a series of speckles on their throats. Females are mostly...From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Allen's Hummingbird by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 21,003 | April | Mar–Feb |
| Texas | 239 | January | Nov–Feb |
| Arizona | 34 | July | Jul–Jul |
| Pennsylvania | 20 | December | Nov–Jan |
| Ohio | 15 | December | Nov–Jan |
| Louisiana | 13 | January | Jan–Feb |
| Delaware | 9 | November | Nov–Dec |
| Oregon | 8 | March | Mar–Mar |
| New York | 7 | November | Oct–Dec |
| Wisconsin | 5 | December | Dec–Dec |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related birds (Hummingbirds)
Anna's Hummingbird
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Black-chinned Hummingbird
Costa's Hummingbird
Rufous Hummingbird
Broad-tailed Hummingbird
Broad-billed Hummingbird
Calliope Hummingbird
Photography tips
- Use a fast shutter (1/2000 s or faster) for birds in flight.
- Focus on the eye and shoot at the bird's eye level.
- Approach slowly and stop if the bird changes behavior; never bait or flush birds.
- Morning activity peaks in the first two hours after sunrise.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Allen's Hummingbird?
Nationally, April has the most observations, with the main season from March to February.
Where is Allen's Hummingbird most often seen?
The most observations come from California, Texas, Arizona.