It may not seem like it, but winter is close to being over. This time of year, we see all of our winter migrants hang around for just a little bit longer and then make their way back to their breeding grounds far north, northwest and beyond. Waterfowl like ducks such as the blue-winged teal or others like the tundra swan spend their winter here in the Lowcountry. Shorebirds like the American Avocet have a grayish white plumage while here in the Lowcountry, but will change to a rusty red color before leaving to fly west and northwest to their breeding and nesting grounds. Just remember, these and other winter birds will be leaving us very soon, so don’t miss your opportunity to see these beautiful winter residents of the Lowcountry!
– Marvin Bouknight
OFC Director/Staff Naturalist
