Based on 2,123 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Nevada, White-crowned Sparrow is most often recorded in October; in Nevada it behaves like a winter visitor. It ranks #5 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Zonotrichia leucophrys
White-crowned Sparrow in Nevada 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 Nevada in October
Great-tailed Grackle
Mallard
American Coot
Yellow-rumped Warbler
Canada Goose
Red-tailed Hawk
Northern Flicker
Northern Mockingbird
Places to look in Nevada
State ParkValley of Fire State Park
National ForestInyo National Forest
State ParkWard Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park
State ParkWashoe Lake State Park
State ParkBerlin–Ichthyosaur State Park
National ForestHumboldt–Toiyabe National Forest
FAQ
When does White-crowned Sparrow appear in Nevada?
Mainly September–April, with the most records in October.
How common is White-crowned Sparrow in Nevada?
It ranks #5 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Nevada (2,123 records in our sample).