Based on 3,255 research-grade iNaturalist observations in New Mexico, Dark-eyed Junco is most often recorded in December; in New Mexico it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #5 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Junco hyemalis
Dark-eyed Junco in New Mexico 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 New Mexico in December
Sandhill Crane
Red-tailed Hawk
White-crowned Sparrow
House Finch
Mallard
Western Bluebird
Northern Flicker
Snow Goose
Places to look in New Mexico
National ForestCarson National Forest
National ForestLincoln National Forest
National ForestSanta Fe National Forest
State ParkFort Stanton
National ForestGila National Forest
National ForestCibola National Forest
FAQ
When does Dark-eyed Junco appear in New Mexico?
Mainly September–April, with the most records in December.
How common is Dark-eyed Junco in New Mexico?
It ranks #5 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in New Mexico (3,255 records in our sample).