Based on 8,598 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Tennessee, Northern Cardinal is most often recorded in April; in Tennessee it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #1 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal 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
Canada Goose
Northern Mockingbird
Eastern Bluebird
Wild Turkey
Mourning Dove
Great Blue Heron
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 Northern Cardinal appear in Tennessee?
Mainly December–July, with the most records in April.
How common is Northern Cardinal in Tennessee?
It ranks #1 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Tennessee (8,598 records in our sample).