Yellow-eyed Junco (Junco phaeonotus) is in the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 3,067 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in August.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: seasonal. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph Yellow-eyed Junco: observations by month (U.S.)
About Yellow-eyed Junco
The yellow-eyed junco (Junco phaeonotus) is a species of junco, small American sparrows.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Yellow-eyed Junco by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 3,055 | August | Mar–Sep |
| New Mexico | 9 | June | Jun–Jul |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related birds (New World Sparrows)
Song Sparrow
Dark-eyed Junco
White-crowned Sparrow
White-throated Sparrow
Chipping Sparrow
Savannah Sparrow
Spotted Towhee
California Towhee
Photography tips
- Use a fast shutter (1/2000 s or faster) for birds in flight.
- Focus on the eye and shoot at the bird's eye level.
- Approach slowly and stop if the bird changes behavior; never bait or flush birds.
- Morning activity peaks in the first two hours after sunrise.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Yellow-eyed Junco?
Nationally, August has the most observations, with the main season from March to September.
Where is Yellow-eyed Junco most often seen?
The most observations come from Arizona, New Mexico.