Based on 1,689 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Tennessee, Dark-eyed Junco is most often recorded in January; in Tennessee it behaves like a winter visitor. It ranks #40 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Junco hyemalis
Dark-eyed Junco in Tennessee by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Tennessee in January
Northern Cardinal
White-throated Sparrow
American Robin
Northern Mockingbird
Song Sparrow
Eastern Bluebird
Downy Woodpecker
Carolina Chickadee
Places to look in Tennessee
Botanical GardenCheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art
National ForestCherokee National Forest
State ParkBicentennial Mall State Park
State ParkDunbar Cave State Park
State ParkFort Pillow State Park
State ParkMeeman-Shelby Forest State Park
FAQ
When does Dark-eyed Junco appear in Tennessee?
Mainly November–March, with the most records in January.
How common is Dark-eyed Junco in Tennessee?
It ranks #40 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Tennessee (1,689 records in our sample).