Based on 1,812 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Alabama, Chipping Sparrow is most often recorded in January; in Alabama it behaves like a winter visitor. It ranks #18 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Spizella passerina
Chipping Sparrow in Alabama 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 Alabama in January
Northern Cardinal
Sandhill Crane
Northern Mockingbird
Great Blue Heron
Eastern Bluebird
Pine Warbler
House Finch
Yellow-rumped Warbler
Places to look in Alabama
Botanical GardenMobile Botanical Gardens
State ParkLake Guntersville State Park
State ParkLake Lurleen State Park
State ParkBuck's Pocket State Park
State ParkCheaha State Park
State ParkMonte Sano State Park
FAQ
When does Chipping Sparrow appear in Alabama?
Mainly November–May, with the most records in January.
How common is Chipping Sparrow in Alabama?
It ranks #18 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Alabama (1,812 records in our sample).