Based on 1,078 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Mississippi, Little Blue Heron is most often recorded in August; in Mississippi it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #6 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
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Little Blue Heron in Mississippi 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 Mississippi in August
Northern Cardinal
Tufted Titmouse
Great Egret
Great Blue Heron
Yellow-crowned Night Heron
Carolina Wren
Carolina Chickadee
Mourning Dove
Places to look in Mississippi
State ParkLeFleur's Bluff State Park
State ParkWall Doxey State Park
State ParkHolmes County State Park
State ParkGreat River Road State Park
State ParkTishomingo State Park
State ParkTombigbee State Park
FAQ
When does Little Blue Heron appear in Mississippi?
Mainly April–September, with the most records in August.
How common is Little Blue Heron in Mississippi?
It ranks #6 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Mississippi (1,078 records in our sample).