Based on 5,623 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Arizona, White-crowned Sparrow is most often recorded in January; in Arizona it behaves like a winter visitor. It ranks #21 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Zonotrichia leucophrys
White-crowned Sparrow 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
Gila Woodpecker
House Finch
Curve-billed Thrasher
American Coot
Cactus Wren
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 White-crowned Sparrow appear in Arizona?
Mainly October–April, with the most records in January.
How common is White-crowned Sparrow in Arizona?
It ranks #21 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Arizona (5,623 records in our sample).