Based on 3,130 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Arizona, Ring-necked Duck is most often recorded in January; in Arizona it behaves like a winter visitor. It ranks #45 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
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Ring-necked Duck in Arizona 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 Arizona in January
Red-tailed Hawk
Anna's Hummingbird
Mourning Dove
White-crowned Sparrow
Gila Woodpecker
House Finch
Curve-billed Thrasher
American Coot
Places to look in Arizona
Botanical GardenDesert Botanical Garden
National ForestCoronado National Forest
State ParkBoyce Thompson Arboretum
National ForestTonto National Forest
State ParkYuma Territorial Prison
National ForestApache–Sitgreaves National Forests
FAQ
When does Ring-necked Duck appear in Arizona?
Mainly November–March, with the most records in January.
How common is Ring-necked Duck in Arizona?
It ranks #45 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Arizona (3,130 records in our sample).