The South Carolina coast sits on the Atlantic flyway with both native species of shore birds and birds passing through the area during the Fall migration. My late September visit to the area was indeed a special treat. I had the opportunity to photograph many species of shore birds that frequented the salt marsh flats. It was important to watch the tide schedules to find the birds on the mud flats searching for small fish and juicy invertebrates in the mud. My trip this year produced special results due to the fact that the early morning "golden hour" of light coincided with the low tides creating a great opportunity for photography. Following is a sample of some favorite "captures" from the trip... commentary not necessary. Thanks for viewing. Share a comment if you like.
Great White Egret taking Flight
Great White Egret with a Lesser Yellow-legs
American Oyster Catcher
Tri-color Heron
Little Blue Heron with a juicy worm
Two Great Blue Herons preforming a courting ritual.
Juvenile first year Yellow Crowned Night Heron
Black Skimmers
Forsters Tern
White Ibis
Immature White Ibis
Brown Pelican
The handsome Wood Stork
Wood Stork with an eel
Two Great Egrets having a chase - Also called White Herons
Great Egret and a Snowy Egret hanging out
Special thanks to the South Carolina volunteers who took the effort to establish the scattered preserves throughout the shore.
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