Where Are Ruby-Crowned Kinglets Located?

Ruby-crowned Kinglets breed across far northern North America as well as the western mountains. Most migrate to the southern and southwestern United States and Mexico for the winter—but some mountain populations in the West simply move to lower elevations during the cold months.

Are ruby-crowned kinglets rare?

The song of the Ruby-crown is jumbled and loud, all out of proportion to the size of the bird. Populations rise and fall, with many apparently being killed during exceptionally harsh winters. Overall, however, species is widespread and common.

Where do kinglet birds live?

Wide-ranging Kinglet

This species can be found in a wide variety of habitats, including coniferous and deciduous forests, thickets, scrub, and edge. During migration, the Ruby-crowned Kinglet is often sighted in suburban yards as well. In its winter range, this bird favors low woodland habitats.