American Crow in September
Where American are in September, whether they are nesting, and the best foods to offer right now.
September in the American Crow's year
September is the peak of fall migration. Huge numbers of birds move south on cold fronts, mixed flocks form, and summer residents slip away almost unnoticed. Young birds making their first migration appear in places the species rarely visits.
For the American Crow specifically, September is a fall month of relative routine, with the species settled into its seasonal pattern across its range. Across the 59 states and provinces where American occur, what the bird is doing this month depends heavily on latitude — the details below break it down by band.
Where American are in September
- Southern states
- absent
- Mid-latitudes
- year-round resident
- Northern states & Canada
- absent
In September, American are absent in the South, year-round resident across the mid-latitudes, and absent in the northern states and Canada. That north–south split is the defining feature of this month: where you live changes which version of this bird you're looking at.
Nesting in September
American are not nesting in September. The season runs March–June at mid-latitudes.
Outside the nesting season, American put their energy into feeding and flocking rather than territory and young — which is exactly what makes them easier to watch and attract this month.
What to feed in September
- Grasshoppers, beetles, caterpillars and earthworms
Crows visit open ground and large platforms in wary family groups; a single sentinel usually watches while others feed.
Migrants passing through may stop at feeders for a day and never return — September rewards watching closely. Natural seed and fruit crops are abundant, so feeder traffic can be uneven.
Full American Crow diet guide → · Best feeder for American →
Watching American this month
American are settled and predictable in September, which makes this a good month to learn the bird's routine — same feeders, same perches, same times of day.
The state guides below show exactly where in your region American are expected this month and which native plants hold them in a yard.
American Crow month by month
American Crow by state
Frequently asked
Where are American in September?
In September, American are absent in the South, year-round resident across mid-latitudes and absent in the North.
Do American nest in September?
No — American typically nest March through June at mid-latitudes.
What do American eat in September?
Grasshoppers, beetles, caterpillars and earthworms.
Sources
- American Crow — All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- American Crow life history — Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- American Crow — Audubon Guide to North American Birds
Timing reflects typical patterns for the region as a whole; local dates vary with elevation and year. Check the linked eBird bar charts for your county.