South · Mississippi Flyway

Are There Orange-crowned Warblers in Tennessee?

Leiothlypis celata — Parulidae

UncommonAbundance
Winter visitorSeasonal status
7Active months
6,174Observations

Is the Orange-crowned Warbler Found in Tennessee?

Orange-crowned Warblers do occur in Tennessee, but they are considered uncommon. Encountering one requires patience and the right habitat in winter.

Orange-crowned Warbler is a North American backyard bird.

In Tennessee, this species is classified as uncommon. It is primarily a winter visitor to Tennessee. The best months to observe this bird are January, February, March, April, October, November, December. Peak activity occurs in January, October, November, December.

Monthly Activity — Orange-crowned Warbler in Tennessee

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

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Identification

FamilyParulidae
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Best Time to See Orange-crowned Warbler in Tennessee

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

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Orange-crowned Warbler in Tennessee: Quick Facts

The Orange-crowned Warbler (Leiothlypis celata) is an uncommon bird in Tennessee. It is classified as a winter visitor in the state, falling within the South region and the Mississippi Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Tennessee are January, February, March, April, October, November, December. For birders in Nashville and throughout Tennessee, knowing the seasonal patterns of Orange-crowned Warbler 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.