Based on 1,548 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Indiana, Dark-eyed Junco is most often recorded in January; in Indiana it behaves like a winter visitor. It ranks #22 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Junco hyemalis
Dark-eyed Junco in Indiana 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 Indiana in January
Northern Cardinal
Eastern Bluebird
Downy Woodpecker
House Sparrow
House Finch
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Tufted Titmouse
American Robin
Places to look in Indiana
State ParkTurkey Run State Park
State ParkBrown County State Park
State ParkProphetstown State Park
National ForestHoosier National Forest
State ParkMounds State Park
State ParkFalls of the Ohio State Park
FAQ
When does Dark-eyed Junco appear in Indiana?
Mainly November–March, with the most records in January.
How common is Dark-eyed Junco in Indiana?
It ranks #22 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Indiana (1,548 records in our sample).