Based on 899 research-grade iNaturalist observations in South Dakota, Western Meadowlark is most often recorded in July; in South Dakota it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #2 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Sturnella neglecta
Western Meadowlark in South Dakota 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 South Dakota in July
American Robin
Barn Swallow
Cliff Swallow
Burrowing Owl
Mountain Bluebird
Eastern Kingbird
Red-winged Blackbird
Turkey Vulture
Places to look in South Dakota
State ParkCuster State Park
National ForestBlack Hills National Forest
State ParkPalisades State Park
State ParkSpirit Mound Historic Prairie
State ParkHartford Beach State Park
State ParkLake Herman State Park
FAQ
When does Western Meadowlark appear in South Dakota?
Mainly April–September, with the most records in July.
How common is Western Meadowlark in South Dakota?
It ranks #2 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in South Dakota (899 records in our sample).