Nebraska is home to a variety of wild birds. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the most recognizable and well-known birds in Nebraska, especially those that can be found close to home. Some of these species live in Nebraska all year long, others are only migratory, part-time residents. So let’s take a look at 26 backyard birds in Nebraska and learn a little about each species.
After that I’ll show you how to attract them to your yard, give you a crash course in the 10 different types of bird feeders you can use to do so, and even mention a few birdwatching hotspots and birding organizations in Nebraska.
How many different species of wild birds are in Nebraska?
It’s difficult to get an exact number of how many bird species are found in North America, the United States, or even in the state of Nebraska. However, according to the Nebraska Ornithologists’ Union as of August 2021, there were 467 species included on the official state list.
Most reputable sources believe there are between around 800 – 1100 species of birds in North America. Here are a few of them:
- National Wildlife Federation – more than 800 species
- Ornithology.com – about 900 species
- Audubon – over 800 species
- Wikipedia – 1125 species
For the purposes of this article, we are just going to look at some of our favorite backyard species found in Nebraska.
26 backyard birds in Nebraska
Below we’ll look at 26 species of backyard birds in Nebraska, some are year-round residents and some aren’t. These obviously aren’t all the species in the state, or even close to it, but they are some of the more notable and recognizable Nebraska backyard birds, many of which you can see at your bird feeders. Let’s get to it!