Based on 5,206 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Tennessee, Great Blue Heron is most often recorded in April; in Tennessee it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #4 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
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Great Blue Heron 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 April
American Robin
Northern Cardinal
Canada Goose
Northern Mockingbird
Eastern Bluebird
Wild Turkey
Mourning Dove
House Finch
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 Great Blue Heron appear in Tennessee?
Mainly March–February, with the most records in April.
How common is Great Blue Heron in Tennessee?
It ranks #4 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Tennessee (5,206 records in our sample).