South Carolina is a great place to observe and learn about birds, owing to its varied topography and remarkable habitat diversity within a relatively small area. In bottomland bald-cypress swamps, Prothonotary Warblers and Swallow-tailed Kites are found; upland in the Appalachians are nesting Scarlet Tanagers and Peregrine Falcons; sandhills of Longleaf Pine are important refuges for the endangered Red-cockaded Woodpecker. Over 450 bird species have been recorded in the Palmetto State, most of which are either permanent residents, regular breeders, or annual migrants. For many people, birds are the entry point into nature study, so it is useful to get acquainted with the most common species to establish a solid foundation of knowledge on which to build. You can do this with the portable reference South Carolina Birds, which is beautifully illustrated with 140 familiar birds as well as an ecoregion map showing over 20 bird-finding hotspots and learning sites. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, 12-panel folding pocket guide is a terrific resource for educators, learners, naturalists, and birders who wish to sharpen their bird identification skills and peer more closely into birds’ fascinating lives. Made in the USA.