Louisiana wildlife
Painted Bunting (male)
Passerina ciris
Male has vivid red, blue, and green plumage
See the Painted Bunting (male) up close
Best months
Apr · May · Jun · Jul
Best seen in early morning; check eBird for recent sightings at specific locations.
Where to look
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve (Barataria Preserve)Sabine National Wildlife RefugeLacassine National Wildlife Refuge
Conservation status
Spring/summer resident in coastal and bayou habitats
Good to know
Where is the best place to see Painted Buntings in Louisiana?
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve (Barataria Preserve) and Sabine National Wildlife Refuge are reliable locations.
When do Painted Buntings arrive in Louisiana?
They typically arrive in April and depart by September, with peak breeding activity in May through July.
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