Based on 2,117 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Alabama, Eastern Phoebe is most often recorded in October; in Alabama it behaves like a spring and fall migrant. It ranks #12 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
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Eastern Phoebe 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 October

Northern Mockingbird

Great Blue Heron

Northern Cardinal
Eastern Bluebird

Turkey Vulture

Great Egret

Mourning Dove

Laughing Gull
Places to look in Alabama
Mobile Botanical Gardens
Lake Guntersville State Park
Lake Lurleen State Park
Buck's Pocket State Park
Cheaha State Park
Monte Sano State Park
FAQ
When does Eastern Phoebe appear in Alabama?
Mainly September–June, with the most records in October.
How common is Eastern Phoebe in Alabama?
It ranks #12 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Alabama (2,117 records in our sample).