Some people who like to watch birds are very dedicated, traveling widely and frequently to view new species or gain greater bird-finding or identification skills. These are the people commonly called birders.
Most people who enjoy birds are more temperate in scope, if not in enthusiasm. They are most fascinated by the birds they find in their own yards. These people are frequently referred to as bird watchers. But there is no sharp distinction between a birder and a bird watcher—since all birders are bird watchers.
Bird Watching Tools Binoculars are almost essential for bird watching. Magnifications of up to 10 times are suitable for most purposes. Telescopes are useful for observing distant birds such as Waders and Ducks. Do seek advice from other birders before buying as only certain types (and rather expensive) telescopes are suitable.
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in (Ecuador)
TROPIC - Ecotourism company specializing in providing travel experiences in Ecuador's most spectacular natural areas in the company of its native peoples. Located in Quito.
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in (Thailand)
Thailand Bird Watching - Birding, trekking, kayaking, nature study, snorkeling, area exploring,
and overnight safaris (camping) in Southern Thailand with the help of experienced bird watching guides. Located in Phang-Nga.
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in Ontario (Canada)
Bruce Peninsula, Ontario - Bird Watching in the Bruce peninsula, Ontario. Located in Port Elgin.
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in North Carolina (United States)
National Geographic - Outer Banks area (the easternmost barrier islands of North Carolina) bird-watching.
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in Utah (United States)
Utah.com - Utah bird-watching (lLgan, Great Salt Lake, Salt Lake City, Park City/Heber, Vernal,
Provo/Utah County, Fountain Green, Castle County, Moab, and St George areas).
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in Yukon (Canada)
Government of Yukon - Bird watching in many Yukon communities including Whitehorse, Mayo, Marsh Lake, Haines Junction and Watson Lake. The annual Bird-a-thon is hosted by the Yukon Bird Club. Many bird watching trips and bird identification workshops take place every year.
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in Indiana (United States)
Indiana Dunes Bird Watching - Bird watching at the Indiana Dunes, National Lakeshore and surrounding area.
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in Ohio (United States)
A Georgian Manner - Ohio bird watching. A birdwatcher's guide to Ohio State Park's Lake Logan from Georgian Manner Bed and Breakfast Inn.
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in (Australia)
Birdwatching Australia - Bird watching in South Australia. A directory of South Australian birdwatching tours, birdclubs, freelance-guides, bird-orientated accommodation and reference information.
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in Queensland (Australia)
Birds Queensland - Bird watching in Queensland.
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in Arizona (United States)
Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory - Bird watching in Southeastern Arizona. Guide to birding hotspots (Tucson & Pima County,
Santa Cruz County & the Santa Rita Mountains, Huachuca Mountains, San Pedro River Valley,
Mule Mountains, Chiricahua Mountains & Sulphur Springs Valley.
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in Arkansas (United States)
Arkansas.com - Bird watching in Arkansas, including majestic bald eagles found in winter on Arkansas's larger lakes and rivers among other 388 bird species.
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in Ariege (France)
Wildlife Eco Tours in the Pyrenees - Guided tours including bird watching, mountain climbing, or just walking enjoying the stunning Ariege region of the Pyrenees.
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in Maine (United States)
Acadia National Park - Bird watching in Acadia National Park, one of the premier bird-watching areas in the country. 338 bird species encountered, including eagles and Peregrine falcons. (Bar Harbor, ME)
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in Utah (United States)
Arches National Park - Bird watching in Arches National Park. 273 species have been seen in the park, including seasonal and year-round residents as well as migrants, including
blue grosbeaks, yellow-breasted chats, spotted towhees and canyon wrens, great blue herons, and cooper's hawks. (Moab, UT)
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