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St. James Birding

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Watching birds has become part of my daily meditation affirming my connection to the earth body.                                                                                  - Carol P. Christ

Our Coastal Avian Experience

The North Carolina coast is one of the top rated regions for bird biodiversity. The impressively unique geography of our region provides a rare opportunity to birders, as multiple ecosystems come together in a beautiful medley of habitats. We must maintain the responsible use of our local, natural resources, as property owners and as community leaders.

St. James is included in the Atlantic Flyway which is a primary migratory route for birds spanning the eastern coastline of the United States. We, therefore, have a front row seat to a remarkable display of migratory birds and waterfowl. Take a moment when you are out and about to notice the abundant shorebirds around St. James.

In the .pdf below, you will see that approximately 108 species of birds have been identified here!

Check our impressive list of St. James birds from
our dedicated birders!

Great Backyard Bird count

Each February, for four days, the world comes together for the love of birds. Over these four days we invite people to spend time in their favorite places watching and counting as many birds as they can find and reporting them to us. These observations help scientists better understand global bird populations before one of their annual migrations.

St. James Birders will take part and contribute counts during this event.

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 Free training session available!
Two  date options:


Thursday, February 6, at 7PM
                       

Wednesday, February 12, at 3PM

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The Backyard Experience

Wildlife, particularly birds, instinctively seek out environments that offer essential resources like food, shelter, water, and safe nesting areas. If any of these vital components are lacking or if they sense danger, they will quickly relocate to more suitable areas.

By cultivating a bird-friendly habitat, you can experience the delight of observing a diverse array of songbirds throughout the year. St. James Conservancy helps to provide education related to birds and their habitat.

Join the St. James Birders Group and enhance your birding experience!

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Order a Bird House
now in stock.

Check the box for your choice:


St. James Conservancy has made arrangements with one of our partner organizations to supply these exceptional quality bird houses to
St. James residents at a huge discount. (regular retail $45)
Payment due at delivery.

While you wait for delivery, download and read a free information document on nest box placement.
 

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Bluebird Nestbox
Nuthatch nest box

Pricing information on

Bat Houses

coming soon!

  •  Small bat box has 2 chambers for up to 40 bats. 

  • Medium bat box has 4 chambers for up to 80 bats  

  • Extra-large bat box has 15 chambers for up to 300 bats.

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The most common bats in coastal North Carolina are

  •  Big Brown Bat

  • Eastern Red Bat

  • Evening Bat

Check out our Bat information documents on the Resources page, under "Mammals".

Assortment of Bat roosting boxes
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