Grassland birding habitat

Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field

South Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
Grassland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field is a productive birding destination in South Carolina, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This grassland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Eastern Phoebe, and American Crow 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

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

6/1/2026Lamaster Dairy Center (restricted access)2 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

6/1/2026Dobbins Farm, Townville SC (sensitive site - respect farm operations)1 observed

King Rail

Rallus elegans

6/1/2026Fants Grove Wildlife Management Area4 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

6/1/2026Fants Grove Wildlife Management Area1 observed

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

Tyrannus forficatus

5/31/2026stakeout Scissor-tailed Flycatcher, Shiloh Baptist Church2 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

5/25/2026Lake Hartwell - Georgia side across from Sadler's Creek2 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/25/2026Queen St. Cove- Oconee1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/24/2026Lamaster Dairy Farm1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

45/29/2026

Killdeer

35/29/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/29/2026

Turkey Vulture

65/29/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/29/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/29/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/29/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/29/2026

American Crow

25/29/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

15/29/2026

Carolina Wren

15/29/2026

Eastern Bluebird

15/29/2026

American Goldfinch

65/29/2026

Yellow-breasted Chat

25/29/2026

Orchard Oriole

15/29/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

25/29/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

25/29/2026

Common Grackle

25/29/2026

Common Yellowthroat

25/29/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/29/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field for birding?
The best months to visit Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field?
Notable species at Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field include Mourning Dove, Eastern Phoebe, American Crow, Tufted Titmouse, Carolina Wren. The area supports grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field?
Birding at Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field?
Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.