American Alligator: is far more common in South Carolina than in North Carolina. It’s believed that 100,000 or more of these reptiles live in the state.
Black Bear:is one of the largest animals in South Carolina, and it’s certainly not one that people should take lightly. Black bears are often portrayed as skittish and goofy.
Two-toed Amphiuma:is an aquatic salamander and the largest amphibian in the state. It can grow between 1 and 3.8 feet in length and is almost exclusively found in the coastal plains in South Carolina
Carolina Wolf Spider:has managed to frighten more than a few people in its day. This 4-inch-long spider often skitters around the rarely traveled parts of homes in pursuit of prey.
Blue Catfish: can get very large, and it’s the biggest freshwater fish caught in South Carolina. On average, it can measure between 2 and 3 feet long and weigh up to 40 pounds.
Mute Swan: has a larger wingspan, it is incredibly rare. Therefore, it’s not fair to call it the biggest bird in South Carolina. Instead, the mute swan has the best claim to the title.
Giant Swallowtail Butterfly:is the largest in the U.S., and it often lives in the coastal regions of South Carolina. They have wingspans that can measure up to almost 6 inches, making them very large