Based on 4,162 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Colorado, Broad-tailed Hummingbird is most often recorded in July; in Colorado it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #14 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Selasphorus platycercus
Broad-tailed Hummingbird in Colorado 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 Colorado in July
Black-billed Magpie
American Robin
Mallard
Red-tailed Hawk
Northern Flicker
Red-winged Blackbird
House Finch
Western Kingbird
Places to look in Colorado
National ForestWhite River National Forest
Botanical GardenDenver Botanic Gardens
National ForestRio Grande National Forest
National ForestSan Juan National Forest
State ParkRoxborough State Park
State ParkMancos State Park
FAQ
When does Broad-tailed Hummingbird appear in Colorado?
Mainly May–August, with the most records in July.
How common is Broad-tailed Hummingbird in Colorado?
It ranks #14 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Colorado (4,162 records in our sample).