Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field

South Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
Grassland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field is a productive birding destination in South Carolina, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This grassland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Eastern Phoebe, and American Crow 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

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/6/2026Oconee Point Campground (Winter Access ONLY)2 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/6/2026Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field3 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/5/2026408 Promontory Ridge, Seneca US-SC 34.71262, -82.871474 observed

King Rail

Rallus elegans

3/5/2026Fants Grove Wildlife Management Area2 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

3/5/2026Fants Grove Wildlife Management Area1 observed

Sora

Porzana carolina

3/4/2026Fants Grove Wildlife Management Area1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

3/3/2026Whistle Stop1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

3/2/2026Fants Grove Wildlife Management Area1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

3/1/2026Clemson University/SCDNR--Cherry Farm1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

2/28/2026Prater Farm1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/6/2026

Mourning Dove

23/6/2026

Killdeer

103/6/2026

Wilson's Snipe

63/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

53/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

63/6/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

23/6/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

33/6/2026

American Crow

23/6/2026

Fish Crow

13/6/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/6/2026

Carolina Wren

23/6/2026

European Starling

103/6/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/6/2026

Eastern Bluebird

23/6/2026

American Robin

13/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field for birding?
The best months to visit Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field?
Notable species at Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field include Mourning Dove, Eastern Phoebe, American Crow, Tufted Titmouse, Carolina Wren. The area supports grassland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field?
Birding at Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field?
Clemson Aquaculture/Calhoun Laboratory Field offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.