Tennessee wildlife
Ruby-throated Hummingbird (male)
Archilochus colubris
Male has iridescent ruby throat; females and juveniles lack it.
See the Ruby-throated Hummingbird (male) up close
Best months
Apr · May · Jun · Jul · Aug · Sep
Best viewed during summer dawn and dusk; check the official report for local peak timing.
Where to look
Great Smoky Mountains National ParkCherokee National Forest
Conservation status
Common summer resident across eastern United States
Good to know
What flowers attract ruby-throated hummingbirds?
They are especially drawn to red or orange tubular flowers such as jewelweed, trumpet creeper, and bee balm.
When do ruby-throated hummingbirds arrive in Tennessee?
They typically arrive in mid-April and depart by late September, though exact dates vary.
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