Forest birding habitat

Eagle Bend Fish Hatchery (stay on gravel)

Tennessee · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Eagle Bend Fish Hatchery (stay on gravel) is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Greater Scaup, Lesser Scaup, and American Coot 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

Swainson's Warbler

Limnothlypis swainsonii

7/19/20267508 New River Hwy, Briceville US-TN 36.15620, -84.376531 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

7/17/20261553 Dutch Valley Rd, Clinton US-TN 36.06257, -84.284361 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

7/16/20267209 Ambassador Pl, Knoxville US-TN (36.0690,-83.9523)1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

7/12/2026University of Tennessee--Second Creek2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

37/17/2026

Mourning Dove

97/17/2026

Killdeer

657/17/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

37/17/2026

Least Sandpiper

197/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/17/2026

Osprey

17/17/2026

Belted Kingfisher

27/17/2026

American Crow

67/17/2026

Purple Martin

67/17/2026

European Starling

87/17/2026

Eastern Bluebird

17/17/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

37/17/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

407/17/2026

Canada Goose

257/17/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

27/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/17/2026

Great Egret

37/17/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/17/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/17/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Eagle Bend Fish Hatchery (stay on gravel) for birding?
The best months to visit Eagle Bend Fish Hatchery (stay on gravel) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Eagle Bend Fish Hatchery (stay on gravel)?
Notable species at Eagle Bend Fish Hatchery (stay on gravel) include Greater Scaup, Lesser Scaup, American Coot, European Starling, American Robin. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Eagle Bend Fish Hatchery (stay on gravel)?
Birding at Eagle Bend Fish Hatchery (stay on gravel) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Eagle Bend Fish Hatchery (stay on gravel)?
Eagle Bend Fish Hatchery (stay on gravel) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.