In the wild, many migratory animals do not have an easy journey. Some birds, such as the rufa red knot (Calidris canutus rufa), take their traveling to an entirely new … Read More
Knot an Easy Journey
The Kiawah Nature Blog
Dolphin Watching at Kiawah Island
Meandering slowly down the winding river in a kayak, the banks redolent with the pungent aroma of plough mud, is the best way to experience dolphin watching on Kiawah Island. … Read More
Protecting Kiawah Island Dolphins
We often hear from our guests that Kiawah Island is their special place, and there is a long list of experiences and qualities that truly do make it special. One … Read More
Loggerhead Turtle Hatching Season
In July the hatching season for loggerhead turtles will officially begin on Kiawah Island in South Carolina. Kiawah provides great nesting habitat for the mother Loggerheads (Caretta caretta) and each … Read More
Hibernation vs Brumation: To Sleep or not To Sleep
On Kiawah we can feel spring is in the air; however, much of the northern United States is still feeling the full force of winter. We humans have the benefit of staying inside a warm building or adding layers of clothing to combat the unusually cold weather.
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National Geographic Films Kiawah Island Dolphins
The Kiawah River is always a special place with an abundance of life, but the fall season is something magical with Kiawah Island Dolphins.
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Porpoises vs Dolphins
One of the best parts of being a naturalist is that moment when we first spot a dolphin swimming towards our tour in the Kiawah River.
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