South · Mississippi Flyway
Birds in Knoxville, TN
Knoxville is located in Tennessee. Tennessee's Mississippi River corridor and Great Smoky Mountains offer forest and wetland birding.
Common Birds in Knoxville
The most frequently seen bird species in Knoxville, Tennessee. Click any bird for full profiles and location-specific data.
Backyard Birds in Knoxville
Birds that regularly visit feeders and gardens in Knoxville. These species are your best bet for attracting birds to your yard.
Top Bird Watching Spots in Knoxville
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
More than 240 documented species; about 60 live in the park year-round and nearly 120 nest there in the warmer months, with high-elevation specialties along Kuwohi Road.
Reelfoot Lake
The only large naturally occurring lake in Tennessee, created by the New Madrid earthquakes of 1811–1812; a wintering ground for waterfowl and bald eagles.
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About birding in Knoxville
Knoxville is located in Tennessee and falls within the South region along the Mississippi Flyway. The city's habitats—forest, wetland, urban—support a diverse bird population of more than 434 species.
Whether you're setting up a backyard feeder in Knoxville or planning a birding trip to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this guide covers the most commonly seen species and practical tips for attracting and identifying birds in Knoxville, Tennessee.