Based on 1,136 research-grade iNaturalist observations in South Dakota, American Robin is most often recorded in June; in South Dakota it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #1 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Turdus migratorius
American Robin in South Dakota by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in South Dakota in June
Red-winged Blackbird
Western Meadowlark
Cliff Swallow
Barn Swallow
Eastern Kingbird
Upland Sandpiper
Common Grackle
Burrowing Owl
Places to look in South Dakota
State ParkCuster State Park
National ForestBlack Hills National Forest
State ParkPalisades State Park
State ParkSpirit Mound Historic Prairie
State ParkHartford Beach State Park
State ParkLake Herman State Park
FAQ
When does American Robin appear in South Dakota?
Mainly March–July, with the most records in June.
How common is American Robin in South Dakota?
It ranks #1 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in South Dakota (1,136 records in our sample).