[Bristol-Birds] Birding coastal S.C.

I spent four days in coastal South Carolina last week, birding on Fripp Island and Hunting Island with fellow Lee & Lois Herndon Chapter TOS members Reece Jamerson and David Thometz.
We saw a total of 95 species, including observations of 15 different species of shorebirds as well as wading birds such as Great Egret, White Ibis and Tri-colored Heron.
Some specialty birds we enjoyed seeing included Brown-headed Nuthatch, Piping Plover, American Oystercatcher, Wood Stork, Anhinga and Seaside Sparrow.
I finally saw a Tufted Titmouse on Fripp Island. Previously, I had only seen this bird on Hunting Island. 

The only ducks we found during our stay were Hooded Mergansers.
Other wildlife, such as White-tailed Deer, raccoons, American Alligators and porpoises also offered viewing opportunities. Some butterflies, including Monarch and Gulf Fritillary, remained abundant, managing to find enough blooming flowers to obtain the nectar necessary for their survival. 

Bryan Stevens,
Hampton, Carter Co., TN



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