Wetland birding habitat

Chickasaw National Wildlife Refuge - Impoundments

Tennessee · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Chickasaw National Wildlife Refuge - Impoundments is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

7/3/2026790 Sand Bluff Road, Ripley, Tennessee, US (35.865, -89.554)1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

6/30/20263675 SR-104, Dyersburg US-TN 36.02335, -89.322742 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/3/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

17/3/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/3/2026

White-eyed Vireo

17/3/2026

American Crow

37/3/2026

Carolina Chickadee

27/3/2026

Tufted Titmouse

37/3/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

27/3/2026

Carolina Wren

37/3/2026

Wood Thrush

27/3/2026

Worm-eating Warbler

17/3/2026

Kentucky Warbler

17/3/2026

Hooded Warbler

17/3/2026

Summer Tanager

17/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/3/2026

Indigo Bunting

47/3/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Chickasaw National Wildlife Refuge - Impoundments for birding?
The best months to visit Chickasaw National Wildlife Refuge - Impoundments for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Chickasaw National Wildlife Refuge - Impoundments?
Notable species at Chickasaw National Wildlife Refuge - Impoundments include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Chickasaw National Wildlife Refuge - Impoundments?
Birding at Chickasaw National Wildlife Refuge - Impoundments is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Chickasaw National Wildlife Refuge - Impoundments?
Chickasaw National Wildlife Refuge - Impoundments offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.