Urban Park birding habitat

Magnolia Cemetery

South Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Magnolia Cemetery is a productive birding destination in South Carolina, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Hooded Merganser, Mourning Dove, and Laughing Gull 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

Magnificent Frigatebird

Fregata magnificens

7/20/2026Fort Johnson1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/19/2026Headquarters Plantation Drive2 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

7/10/2026Auto selected 33.02432, -79.739261 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

7/8/2026Headquarters Plantation Drive1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

17/17/2026

Chimney Swift

107/17/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

17/17/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

37/17/2026

Little Blue Heron

17/17/2026

Snowy Egret

27/17/2026

Green Heron

27/17/2026

Great Egret

37/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/17/2026

Mississippi Kite

17/17/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/17/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

27/17/2026

Blue Jay

37/17/2026

American Crow

17/17/2026

Fish Crow

17/17/2026

Carolina Chickadee

37/17/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/17/2026

Northern Mockingbird

37/17/2026

Eastern Bluebird

37/17/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Magnolia Cemetery for birding?
The best months to visit Magnolia Cemetery for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Magnolia Cemetery?
Notable species at Magnolia Cemetery include Hooded Merganser, Mourning Dove, Laughing Gull, White Ibis, Black-crowned Night Heron. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Magnolia Cemetery?
Birding at Magnolia Cemetery is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Magnolia Cemetery?
Magnolia Cemetery offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.