Birds Found in the United States of America

The US is home to over 1100 species of birds. Thanks to its vast size, different habitats and climates exist that support this wide range of avifauna.

The United States national bird is a bird of prey – the Bald Eagle. Other notable avian species include the American Robin, the Northern Cardinal, and the Blue Jay.

Birds of United States

List of Common Birds Found in the United States of America

Native Birds

Non-native Birds

Common US Birds by Color

Black Birds

  • American Crow
  • Boat-tailed Grackle
  • Brewer’s Blackbird
  • Common Grackle
  • Great-tailed Grackle
  • Red-winged Blackbird
  • Yellow-headed Blackbird

Blue Birds

  • Blue Jay
  • Eastern Bluebird
  • Mountain Bluebird
  • Scrub Jay
  • Steller’s Jay
  • Western Bluebird

Red Birds

Yellow Birds

Green Birds

Gray Birds

White Birds

Brown Birds

  • American Robin
  • Brown-headed Cowbird
  • House Finch
  • Savannah Sparrow
  • Song Sparrow

Orange Birds

Purple Birds

  • Purple Finch
  • Violet-green Swallow

Some of the best birdwatching sites in the US include Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, Everglades National Park, and Cape May. Generally, there are two major bird migration seasons: spring and fall. These are the best times for birdwatching as many migratory birds pass through during these periods.

Birds in All States

State Birds
State Birds

FAQs

1. What is the biggest bird in the US?

California Condor

2. What are the most common birds in the northeast US?

House Finches, Dark-eyed Juncos, Black-capped Chickadees, etc.

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