Some of North Carolina’s birds live there all year long, others are migratory and only part-time residents of the state. Below we’re going to take a look at 25 common backyard birds in North Carolina and learn a little about each species.
We’ll also show you how to attract birds to your yard, 10 different types of bird feeders you can use to do so, and mention a few birdwatching hotspots in North Carolina.
How many different species of wild birds are in North Carolina?
It’s difficult to get an exact number on how many bird species are found in North America, the United States, or even in the state of North Carolina. However, according to Wikipedia as of January 2020, there are at least 479 species of birds in the state of North Carolina.
Most reputable sources believe there are between around 800 – 1100 species of birds in North America. For the purposes of this article, we are just going to look at some common and popular species that live in North Carolina.
25 backyard birds in North Carolina
These are some of the more notable and recognizable North Carolina backyard birds. Enjoy!