South Carolina bird ID? (1 Viewer)

[Dr Robert Johnson]

Hello all,

I just drove past this bird on my golf cart this morning and it doesn't look like a species that frequents the property. The bird was doing a bobbing behavior that I would associate with some shore birds.

The photo was taken in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, in a fairly wooded area, about 4 miles from the shoreline (as the bird flies).

Any ID help would be gratefully appreciated for my own edification.

 

[Bewick]

American woodcock, it is technically a shorebird but prefers wooded areas.

If you have more queries I suggest you post them on 'Bird identification Q&A' section of this forum.

 

[Dr Robert Johnson]

American woodcock, it is technically a shorebird but prefers wooded areas.

If you have more queries I suggest you post them on 'Bird identification Q&A' section of this forum.

Thanks for the quick reply and the suggestion. It's much appreciated!

 

[KC Foggin]

Welcome aboard Dr. Johnson and enjoy

 

[Lisa W]

Hi, welcome to the forum on behalf of the staff and moderators. I think you will find us a friendly and helpful group. Don’t worry about asking for the ID here, a lot of newcomers do.

 

[Kits]

Welcome to Birdforum. I hope you enjoy your visits.

 

[delia todd]

Hi Robert and a warm welcome from me too.

I'm sure you will enjoy it here and I hope to hear about all the birds you see when out and about.

 

[SueO]

I would love to see this bird, and boom!, you have it right in front of you on the sidewalk! Lucky you. We don't have them in the West. What an adorable bird.

 

[Dr Robert Johnson]

Thanks everyone for the warm greetings. I'm quite familiar with raptors, but only have a limited knowledge of other birds. I look forward to learning from all of you.

 

[Chris G6 UXU]

Hello and welcome to the forum, enjou and all the best.