Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Bulls Island

South Carolina · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
CoastalWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Bulls Island is a productive birding destination in South Carolina, with 283 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, Mottled Duck, and Green-winged Teal 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

Reddish Egret

Egretta rufescens

3/5/2026Auto selected 32.75983, -79.830351 observed

Bachman's Sparrow

Peucaea aestivalis

3/1/2026Conifer road near burned cane A2 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

2/21/20261595 Glen Erin Dr1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

12/28/2026

Mottled Duck

12/28/2026

Green-winged Teal

12/28/2026

Bufflehead

12/28/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

12/28/2026

Mourning Dove

12/28/2026

American Oystercatcher

12/28/2026

Killdeer

12/28/2026

Willet

12/28/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

12/28/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

12/28/2026

Dunlin

12/28/2026

Laughing Gull

12/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

12/28/2026

American Herring Gull

12/28/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

12/28/2026

Forster's Tern

12/28/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

12/28/2026

Common Loon

12/28/2026

Northern Gannet

12/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Bulls Island for birding?
The best months to visit Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Bulls Island for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Bulls Island?
Notable species at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Bulls Island include Mallard, Mottled Duck, Green-winged Teal, Bufflehead, Red-breasted Merganser. The area supports coastal, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Bulls Island?
Birding at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Bulls Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Bulls Island?
Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Bulls Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.