Based on 1,341 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Arkansas, Dark-eyed Junco is most often recorded in January; in Arkansas it behaves like a winter visitor. It ranks #18 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Junco hyemalis
Dark-eyed Junco in Arkansas 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 Arkansas in January
Northern Cardinal
Downy Woodpecker
White-throated Sparrow
House Finch
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Eastern Bluebird
Carolina Wren
American Goldfinch
Places to look in Arkansas
State ParkCrater of Diamonds State Park
State ParkArkansas Post
National ForestOuachita National Forest
State ParkPetit Jean State Park
State ParkPinnacle Mountain State Park
State ParkLake Fort Smith State Park
FAQ
When does Dark-eyed Junco appear in Arkansas?
Mainly November–March, with the most records in January.
How common is Dark-eyed Junco in Arkansas?
It ranks #18 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Arkansas (1,341 records in our sample).