Animals and Plants
Because the Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests comprise lands from the coast to the mountains, a visitor has only to open their eyes to witness the wide variety of plants and wildlife thriving in the forests. We invite you to explore some of the diverse creatures, plants and flowers found within coastal South Carolina's Francis Marion National Forest, using the gallery links below.
Herpetofauna of Francis Marion National Forest
Gators, Snakes, Frogs and Lizards on the Francis Marion National Forest
Birds of Francis Marion National Forest
Songbirds, birds of prey, waterfowl, gulls, shorebirds, and other birds call the Francis Marion National Forest home.
Flora of Francis Marion National Forest
Wildflowers, trees, and other plants unique to the Francis Marion National Forest
Fauna of Francis Marion
Fauna on the Francis Marion and Sumter ranges from the smallest field mouse to the largest black bear. Also, bottle nose dolphins and the occasion muskrat can be seen in their aquatic habitats.