Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary

South Carolina · Southeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary is a productive birding destination in South Carolina, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, and Northern Flicker among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Mourning Dove Turkey Vulture Northern Flicker Blue Jay Tufted Titmouse

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-cockaded Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus borealis

5/30/2026Eisenhower Lakes Golf Club, Augusta US-GA 33.38399, -82.143531 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

5/29/2026Phinizy Swamp Nature Park2 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/29/2026Phinizy Swamp Nature Park2 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

5/29/2026Phinizy Swamp Nature Park1 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

5/27/2026Phinizy Swamp Nature Park1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

5/25/20261116 Marks Church Rd, Augusta US-GA 33.48073, -82.083561 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

5/23/2026Horse Creek WTP (Weekend Access Only. Must Sign in)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

15/31/2026

Mourning Dove

15/31/2026

Anhinga

15/31/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

25/31/2026

Little Blue Heron

45/31/2026

Green Heron

25/31/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

25/31/2026

Great Egret

15/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/31/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

25/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

35/31/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

American Crow

15/31/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

Visitor Center

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary for birding?▼

The best months to visit Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary?▼

Notable species at Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary include Mourning Dove, Turkey Vulture, Northern Flicker, Blue Jay, Tufted Titmouse. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary?▼

Birding at Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary?▼

Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.