Lake birding habitat

Lake Tansi

Tennessee · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Tansi is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Mallard, Bufflehead, and Mourning Dove 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

Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

4/15/2026Swafford Pond1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

4/9/2026Paradise Point1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

4/8/2026Flowing Well Road, Spencer2 observed

Great Egret

Ardea alba

4/6/2026Grassland Home1 observed

Chimney Swift

Chaetura pelagica

4/6/2026Dads barn1 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

4/4/2026Cumberland Plateau Scenic Overlook6 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

4/4/2026Virgin Falls SNA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

24/15/2026

Mourning Dove

24/15/2026

Osprey

14/15/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Carolina Chickadee

14/15/2026

Tufted Titmouse

84/15/2026

Tree Swallow

24/15/2026

Purple Martin

24/15/2026

Barn Swallow

24/15/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/15/2026

Eastern Bluebird

24/15/2026

American Robin

64/15/2026

Chipping Sparrow

24/15/2026

White-throated Sparrow

14/15/2026

Song Sparrow

14/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

24/15/2026

Common Grackle

44/15/2026

Palm Warbler

14/15/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Tansi for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Tansi for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Tansi?
Notable species at Lake Tansi include Mallard, Bufflehead, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Pied-billed Grebe. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Tansi?
Birding at Lake Tansi is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Tansi?
Lake Tansi offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.