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Field Sparrow in Tennessee

Yes — Field Sparrows are common in Tennessee all year. Spizella pusilla · Passerellidae

CommonAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
12Active months
76,700Observations

About Field Sparrow in Tennessee

Field Sparrow is a North American backyard bird.

In Tennessee, this species is classified as common. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.

Monthly Activity — Field Sparrow in Tennessee

Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.

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RegularSeasonalRare

Identification

FamilyPasserellidae
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Best Time to See Field Sparrow in Tennessee

January
Peak
February
Peak
March
Peak
April
Peak
May
Peak
June
Peak
July
Peak
August
Peak
September
Active
October
Peak
November
Peak
December
Peak

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Field Sparrow in Tennessee: Quick Facts

The Field Sparrow (Spizella pusilla) is a common bird in Tennessee. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the South region and the Mississippi Flyway migration corridor.

For birders in Nashville and throughout Tennessee, knowing the seasonal patterns of Field Sparrow can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.

Use the monthly activity chart above to plan your birding outings, and explore other bird species found in Tennessee using the related birds section.