Based on 1,995 research-grade iNaturalist observations in South Carolina, Eastern Phoebe is most often recorded in October; in South Carolina it behaves like a seasonal. It ranks #42 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
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Eastern Phoebe in South Carolina by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in South Carolina in October

Northern Cardinal
Eastern Bluebird

Northern Mockingbird

Great Egret
House Finch

Great Blue Heron

Carolina Chickadee

Mourning Dove
Places to look in South Carolina
South Carolina Botanical Garden
Table Rock State Park
State ParkHuntington Beach State Park
Paris Mountain State Park
Devils Fork State Park
Botanical GardenRiverbanks Zoo
FAQ
When does Eastern Phoebe appear in South Carolina?
Mainly October–June, with the most records in October.
How common is Eastern Phoebe in South Carolina?
It ranks #42 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in South Carolina (1,995 records in our sample).