Over 80 species of birds reside on Fripp Island. Birds travel from all over the country to visit Fripp during our warm summer season. The birds love Fripp so much that the National Audubon society named Fripp Island an Important Bird Area.
Some of the species you can view at Fripp are:
- Osprey
- White Ibis
- Red Throated Loon
- Black Skimmer
- Double Crested Cormorant
- Scoter
- Old Squaw
- Great Blue Heron
Visit the South Carolina Audubon Society for more information.
Want to learn more about bird species on Fripp? Check out a full list of the birds on Fripp Island.
"EEKKK! Did you see that little clutch of eggs hidden among the sand?!
While you may be going on Easter egg hunts this Sunday, western snowy plovers, small federally threatened shorebirds that weigh about the same as two AA batteries, are looking for a place to put their nests!
All along beaches of the Pacific coast, mated pairs are reuniting to find the ideal “neighborhood” to rear their young! Males will scour the beach, scraping the sand where suitable nest spots occur, and wait for the female to take her pick. Finally, the female will lay 3 perfectly camouflaged eggs in the sand.
Did you find it difficult to find the eggs? In order to prevent beach-goers from accidently stepping on eggs or scaring the parents away from their nests, many state parks install fencing around the sensitive habitat during the breeding season (March-August). We can #SharetheShore with these little birds by walking along the wet sand by the ocean.
Photo description: Sandy-colored egg hidden among dune vegetation. Credit: K. Sinclair/USFWS
"EEKKK! Did you see that little clutch of eggs hidden among the sand?!
While you may be going on Easter egg hunts this Sunday, western snowy plovers, small federally threatened shorebirds that weigh about the same as two AA batteries, are looking for a place to put their nests!
All along beaches of the Pacific coast, mated pairs are reuniting to find the ideal “neighborhood” to rear their young! Males will scour the beach, scraping the sand where suitable nest spots occur, and wait for the female to take her pick. Finally, the female will lay 3 perfectly camouflaged eggs in the sand.
Did you find it difficult to find the eggs? In order to prevent beach-goers from accidently stepping on eggs or scaring the parents away from their nests, many state parks install fencing around the sensitive habitat during the breeding season (March-August). We can #SharetheShore with these little birds by walking along the wet sand by the ocean.
Photo description: Sandy-colored egg hidden among dune vegetation. Credit: K. Sinclair/USFWS
🌿 Preserving Wetlands for Birds including the Reddish Egret🐦
🌊 Why are wetlands important for birds? Here are 5 reasons:
1️⃣ Habitat: Wetlands provide essential nesting and feeding grounds.
2️⃣ Biodiversity: They support a diverse range of species, attracting different birds.
3️⃣ Migration Stopovers: Birds rely on wetlands for resting during long migrations.
4️⃣ Ecosystem Services: Wetlands regulate water flow, filter pollutants, and mitigate floods.
5️⃣ Economic Benefits: They boost ecotourism and support local economies.
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Let’s protect our wetlands for the sake of our feathered friends and the planet! 🌍🦜
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🌿 Preserving Wetlands for Birds including the Reddish Egret🐦
🌊 Why are wetlands important for birds? Here are 5 reasons:
1️⃣ Habitat: Wetlands provide essential nesting and feeding grounds.
2️⃣ Biodiversity: They support a diverse range of species, attracting different birds.
3️⃣ Migration Stopovers: Birds rely on wetlands for resting during long migrations.
4️⃣ Ecosystem Services: Wetlands regulate water flow, filter pollutants, and mitigate floods.
5️⃣ Economic Benefits: They boost ecotourism and support local economies.
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Let’s protect our wetlands for the sake of our feathered friends and the planet! 🌍🦜
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Reddish egrets are highly adaptable birds, capable of adjusting their foraging techniques and feeding strategies in response to changes in their environment. This adaptability is essential for their survival in dynamic coastal ecosystems.
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Reddish egrets are highly adaptable birds, capable of adjusting their foraging techniques and feeding strategies in response to changes in their environment. This adaptability is essential for their survival in dynamic coastal ecosystems.
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#reddishegret #egrets #naturehippys_ #eye_spy_birds #planetbirds #nuts_about_birds #bestoftheusa_birds #wildlifeaddicts #yourshotphotographer #best_birds_of_ig #bestbirdshots #wildlifeplanet #conserveflorida #floridawildlifecorridor #birdsofinstagram #birds_captures #naturebrilliance #sonyalpha #birdsonearth #keepflwild #birds_bees_flowers_n_trees #wildlifeonearth #sharetheshore #floridawildlife #nuts_about_wildlife #birdsphotography
Among some Native American tribes, particularly those in the southeastern United States, the Roseate Spoonbill is revered as a guardian of the waterways. Its presence is believed to signify healthy and vibrant wetlands. Legends often depicted the spoonbill as a protector, using its sweeping bill to guard and preserve the purity of the waters.
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Among some Native American tribes, particularly those in the southeastern United States, the Roseate Spoonbill is revered as a guardian of the waterways. Its presence is believed to signify healthy and vibrant wetlands. Legends often depicted the spoonbill as a protector, using its sweeping bill to guard and preserve the purity of the waters.
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Roseate Spoonbill~ Platalea ajaja
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f/4, 1/4000, ISO160, 400mm
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Roseate Spoonbill~ Platalea ajaja
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f/4, 1/4000, ISO160, 400mm
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Reddish egrets ~ Egretta rufescens
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Reddish egrets ~ Egretta rufescens
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Roseate Spoonbill ~ Platalea ajaja.
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Roseate Spoonbill ~ Platalea ajaja.
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Greater Yellowlegs are known for their impressive migratory journeys. Some individuals travel up to 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) between their breeding and wintering grounds, making them among the most migratory of shorebirds.
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Greater Yellowlegs are known for their impressive migratory journeys. Some individuals travel up to 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) between their breeding and wintering grounds, making them among the most migratory of shorebirds.
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Roseate at Sunset 🙂
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Roseate Spoonbill.
Copyright: Vasu Karlapudi (vasupix)
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Roseate at Sunset 🙂
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Roseate Spoonbill.
Copyright: Vasu Karlapudi (vasupix)
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Birdtober day 11
Prompt: Spots and speckles from kaylafiskbirds + bird with a snack from thebirdherder
I thought a Sanderling was perfect for this prompt. I based this illustration off a Sanderling I met while birding In Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. We had the beach to ourselves, and they weren’t at all bothered by me as I laid in the sand and watched them find bugs in the sand 😍
Today I started with some sketches of their foraging poses (I’ll post that in my stories) then made this illustration with a whole lot of mixed media including an ink brush pen, watercolor, gouache, neocolors, and colored pencils.
#sanderling #shorebirds #sharetheshore #birdtoberclub2023 #snacktober
Birdtober day 11
Prompt: Spots and speckles from kaylafiskbirds + bird with a snack from thebirdherder
I thought a Sanderling was perfect for this prompt. I based this illustration off a Sanderling I met while birding In Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. We had the beach to ourselves, and they weren’t at all bothered by me as I laid in the sand and watched them find bugs in the sand 😍
Today I started with some sketches of their foraging poses (I’ll post that in my stories) then made this illustration with a whole lot of mixed media including an ink brush pen, watercolor, gouache, neocolors, and colored pencils.
#sanderling #shorebirds #sharetheshore #birdtoberclub2023 #snacktober
The Fripp Island Resort offers two Birding Nature Tours. Please follow the link below to view the availible tours and scheduling information.
