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Birds in Mississippi
Birds in Mississippi: Mississippi's Gulf coast and Delta bottomland forests support wintering sparrows and migrating hummingbirds. This guide lists the common backyard birds, a month-by-month calendar, and the best places to go bird watching in Mississippi.
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Common Birds in Mississippi
The most frequently reported bird species across Mississippi. Click any bird for full profiles, photos, calls, and attraction tips.
Backyard Birds in Mississippi
Mississippi backyard birds that regularly visit feeders and gardens. These are the species you’re most likely to attract with the right food, plants, and habitat setup.
Where to Go Bird Watching in Mississippi
The best places to see birds in Mississippi, from national wildlife refuges to local sanctuaries.
Strawberry Plains Audubon Center
Ruby-throated Hummingbird migration spectacle in fall.
Birds in Mississippi by Month
What to expect each month: migration arrivals, departures, and seasonal highlights.
Birds by Habitat in Mississippi
Mississippi spans 4 major habitat types. Explore birds adapted to each environment.
Birds in neighboring states
About birding in Mississippi
Mississippi is located in the South region of the United States and falls along the Mississippi Flyway, one of four major North American migration routes. The state is home to more than 410 bird species across 4 habitat types: forest, wetland, coastal, urban.
Whether you’re a backyard birder in Jackson or planning a trip to Strawberry Plains Audubon Center, this guide covers the most commonly seen species, seasonal patterns, and practical tips for attracting and identifying birds in Mississippi.