Reports and Studies 2014 Review: 1975 Environment of Kiawah Report | Page 18

Summary & Analysis of the 1975 Kiawah Environmental Report 

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ORNITHOLOGY
According to Aaron Given, the ornithologist employed by the Town, over 250 spe- • For much more current informacies of birds visit Kiawah over the period of a year. We are very fortunate in having tion on birds at Kiawah, see
an environment that is unique in supporting shorebirds, wading birds, and birds www.wildlifeatkiawah.com/
that frequent forests and grasslands.

The 1975 Environmental Report
The purpose of the study was to determine the status and distribution of birdlife on
Kiawah Island.

METHODOLOGY
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The time period was 13 months (June 1974 – July 1975).
A literature review consisted of a search of records relevant to Kiawah.
The team conducted a sample survey early in the morning in each habitat.
No formal survey method was mentioned in the report.
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 o quantitative data were obtained (with the exception to some waterfowl
numbers).
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 pecial attention was devoted to critical areas and rare, endangered, and
unique species.

Results and Conclusions
For purposes of organization, six major habitats were identified, and the results are
given for those habitats.
1. Front Beach (not included in the acreage total)
i. 47 species recorded.
ii.  tono River Inlet and Captain Sam’s Inlet are major resting areas for large
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numbers of terns, gulls, and pelicans.
iii.  iawah’s location in relation to Deveaux Bank and Bird Key is a major conK
tributing factor to the high use.
iv. We should limit human disturbance.

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