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Tips and info on how to bird watch

Are you new to bird watching or wanting to improve the skills you already have?

We offer lots of tips on how to get started, develop your knowledge and understanding, and find out for yourself the benefits of birding.

We also feature information on bird identification, including their habits and how they behave in different weather conditions. 

How to monetize bird watching

Making money birdwatching: Is it possible to earn a living?

Boosting your income through birding sounds like a great idea. We suggest the top approaches to using your hobby of bird watching to earn money.

February 24, 2023

Why connecting to nature via birding helps us

How connection to nature benefits birders

When we connect to nature through bird watching it gives us a vital lift. Find out why this link is important to understand how birding is so beneficial.

February 24, 2023

bird watching as Mindfulness meditation

Mindful birding: how to use bird watching as meditation

Seeking more inner calm and focus? Immerse yourself in the simple and peaceful world of bird watching and reap its meditative benefits.

February 24, 2023

What are the social benefits of bird watching

Flock together: social benefits of bird watching

Looking for a social activity that also connects you with nature? Bird watching is a way to join a community of like-minded individuals and make new friends.

February 24, 2023

how birding helps mental health conditions

Can bird watching help anxiety, depression or dementia?

It’s possible to experience therapeutic effects on stress, anxiety and dementia from bird watching. Explore this simple way to boost mental health.

February 24, 2023

How to learn outdoor skills and teamwork by birding

Why birding teaches outdoor skills + teamwork

Did you know bird watching can develop outdoor skills and promote teamwork? Learn how it can help you be a better adventurer and team player.

February 24, 2023

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What can we learn from bird watching? (surprising educational benefits)

Bird watching isn’t just a fun hobby, it’s also an opportunity to learn. Explore its educational benefits to see what you can gain from studying birds.

February 24, 2023

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How birding is good for physical health + wellbeing

From boosting cardiovascular fitness to increasing sleep, birding can help you lead a healthier life. Discover how birding is good for physical health.

February 24, 2023

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Everything you need to know about why birds wake up so early

If the early bird catches the worm, does the early birder catch the best view? Find out why birds are so active and vocal around dawn.

February 7, 2023

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Do birds return to the same sleeping places each night?

Find out how birds manage to sleep upright without falling off their perches, and discover what nests are really for. Hint: not for sleeping!

February 7, 2023

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Bird watching on cloudy days: are birds more or less active?

In which climates are cloudy days of benefit to birds, and when might clouds cause them difficulties flying or foraging?

February 7, 2023

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Is it male or female birds singing and building nests?

Do all birds fit the traditional roles of males singing and females building the nest? Discover the exceptions and the reasons why.

February 7, 2023

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