South · Mississippi Flyway

Are There Palm Warblers in Tennessee?

Setophaga palmarum — Parulidae

UncommonAbundance
Migrant / TransientSeasonal status
4Active months
20,976Observations

Is the Palm Warbler Found in Tennessee?

Palm Warblers do occur in Tennessee, but they are considered uncommon. Encountering one requires patience and the right habitat during migration windows.

Palm Warbler is a North American backyard bird.

In Tennessee, this species is classified as uncommon. It passes through Tennessee during migration. The best months to observe this bird are April, May, September, October. Peak activity occurs in October.

Monthly Activity — Palm 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 Palm Warbler in Tennessee

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

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Palm Warbler in Tennessee: Quick Facts

The Palm Warbler (Setophaga palmarum) is an uncommon bird in Tennessee. It is classified as a migrant / transient in the state, falling within the South region and the Mississippi Flyway migration corridor.

The best months to spot this species in Tennessee are April, May, September, October. For birders in Nashville and throughout Tennessee, knowing the seasonal patterns of Palm 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.