Frequent flyer: Chimney swift
IT’S A BIRD! IT’S A PLANE! IT’S A … FLYING CIGAR? Story by Bailey Gilliam You aren’t the only one who enjoys a fireplace on a cold, crisp morning. And …
Frequent flyer: American robin
THIS QUINTESSENTIAL EARLY BIRD IS A COMMON SIGHT ON LAWNS ACROSS THE LOWCOUNTRY. Story by Bailey Gilliam If you live in North America, you’ve probably spotted a robin yanking an …
Frequent flyer: Blue jay
KEEP AN EAR OUT FOR THESE NOISY, BEAUTIFUL AND INTERESTING BIRDS Story by Bailey Gilliam This common, large songbird is familiar to many people, with its perky crest, blue, white, …
Frequent Flyer: Barred owl
Story by Bailey Gilliam + Photo by Tom Casey What a hoot! There are quite a few species of owls that frequent the Lowcountry, but perhaps the most frequently seen …
Frequent flyer: American crow
THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE NOISY. Unpopular opinion piece by Bailey Gilliam + photos by Alan Biggs It’s time to debunk the myths associated with the often misunderstood American …
Eastern phoebe
PREFERRED PEST CONROL Story by Bailey Gilliam + Jay Wooster Photography Keep unwanted bugs out of your backyard by attracting these adorable little raptors. Despite the Eastern phoebe’s plain appearance …
Yellow-rumped warbler
Observe these colorful birds before they head west Story by Bailey Gilliam One of the largest breeds of warblers, yellow-rumped warblers are full-bodied with a large head, sturdy bill and …
Frequent Flyer: Carolina Chickadee
NOTHING COULD BE FINER Story by Bailey Gilliam + Photo by Jay Wooster The Carolina chickadee is a common permanent resident of the area. It is similar to the black-capped …
Frequent Flyer: Downy woodpecker
Just look at those pecks! Story by Bailey Gilliam + Photo by Jay Wooster Photography Permanent residents of the area, downy woodpeckers can be seen acrobatically climbing about and hanging …
Frequent Flyer: Tufted titmouse
Chickadee with attitude Story by Christopher Krupl + Photos by Jay Wooster Photography It’s got a weird name but a cool mohawk. Yes, “tufted titmouse” does sound like some sort …
