
Stories from - SOUTH CAROLINA
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In Summer 2013, staff at the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge in Maine stumbled across a wonderful surprise—a female piping plover (Charadrius melodus) walking along... Read More

Stories from - SOUTH CAROLINA
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Protect It, and They Will Come
Each November brings a sense of anticipation to residents of the South Carolina lowcountry. It is an anticipation of cooler weather, fall hunts, and the arrival of... Read More
Featured Species in South Carolina
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Red-cockaded Woodpeckers
The red-cockaded woodpecker plays a vital role in the intricate web of life of the southern pine forests. Red-cockaded woodpeckers are 'primary' cavity nesters, meaning they are responsible for the construction of cavities. In the southern pine ecosystem there are many 'secondary' cavity users that benefit from the RCWs work. More »

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Last updated:
June 4, 2020