“Bobwhite populations in South Carolina likely peaked early in the 20th century, when suitable habitat was a by-product of agricultural practices of the era. Populations remained at high levels through the 1960’s. Liberal seasons and bag limits, abundant bobwhite populations, favorable weather, and widespread access to private lands made South Carolina a “bird hunting” destination for hunters across the country. By the 1970’s bobwhite populations in South Carolina had begun a precipitous decline due to large-scale habitat changes brought about by urbanization, modern agricultural practices and intensive forestry practices.”
