Adopted 1931
What is the state bird of Arizona?
The Cactus Wren, Campylorhynchus brunneicapillus, named Arizona's state bird in 1931. No other state has chosen it.
- State bird
- Cactus Wren
- Scientific name
- Campylorhynchus brunneicapillus
- Year adopted
- 1931
- Shared with
- No other state
- Status in Arizona
- present all year
- Nesting season here
- February–July
- Size
- 7.1–7.5 in, 1.2–1.7 oz
Seeing a Cactus Wren in Arizona
In Arizona the Cactus Wren is present all year. Largest US wren. Heavily spotted breast. Harsh, car-starting 'cha-cha-cha-cha'.
Frequently asked
What is the state bird of Arizona?
The Cactus Wren (Campylorhynchus brunneicapillus), adopted in 1931.
When did Arizona choose its state bird?
1931.
Do other states have the same state bird as Arizona?
No. Arizona is the only state with the Cactus Wren.
Can you see the Cactus Wren in Arizona all year?
In Arizona it is present all year. Nesting runs about February to July.
Adoption years from state archives and statutes as compiled in the List of U.S. state birds.