South · Mississippi Flyway

Are There Yellow Warblers in Tennessee?

Setophaga petechia — Parulidae

UncommonAbundance
Migrant / TransientSeasonal status
4Active months
10,651Observations

Is the Yellow Warbler Found in Tennessee?

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

Yellow 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, August, September. Peak activity occurs in May.

Monthly Activity — Yellow 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 Yellow Warbler in Tennessee

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

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Yellow Warbler in Tennessee: Quick Facts

The Yellow Warbler (Setophaga petechia) 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, August, September. For birders in Nashville and throughout Tennessee, knowing the seasonal patterns of Yellow 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.