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Do you know anything about this topic? Share your expertise with our thousands of visitors each day by submitting your quality, informative 'Birdwatching' article, and if you become a member we will pay you for your unique and original work (note that all submissions are reviewed by our editors). Recent articles submitted to your independent guide to Birdwatching 1. Where Did The Birds Of The World Come From? - By: Michael Russell Believe it or not, there is evidence that the birds of the world today actually evolved from the dinosaurs. Birds and dinosaurs go together? The birds are said to have come from the group of Maniraptora. These are theropods which include oviraptorids and dromaesaurs. b... 2. Attract Them, Have Them: Inviting Wild Birds - By: Michael Russell It is not that difficult to attract wild birds. There was an instance where a resident could not go outside because a couple of Blue Jays (that were nesting quite close to their home) would immediately dive towards him and hit his head. The reason for this was that the bird parents wer... Featured ArticleBirdwatching In Summer During summer and especially in August, birds seem to disappear so birdwatching doesnt seem like a very fruitful activity, but a persistent birdwatcher can still be rewarded by some wonderful, yet fleeting sights.Birds dont really abandon us in summer. This is the time when they have just started breeding and once thats completed, their feathers begin to molt. During molting, their feathers are not as strong, so they stay in their nests to avoid predators.It is also dur ...
Read full story 3. At Your Own Risk: Wild Bird Feeding - By: Michael Russell To a responsible and mature person, wild bird feeding is not an activity or a hobby that should be taken lightly. The bird feeder which is dedicated to the act requires buying pounds and pounds of bird feed every winter as well as a book about birds and some binoculars to be able to stu... 4. Have Birds, Will Fly - By: Michael Russell Inviting birds to your back yard is easy. Usually, a good way to invite them over is by planting the edges of the yard with ornamental plants that bear food. Examples of these plants are those that bear cones, berries, etc. Also, it creates protected nesting places which will allow th... 5. Lights, Camera, Action: Say Bird! - By: Michael Russell Birds, like kids, are fascinating and interesting to see yet very difficult to shoot on camera. A photographer of birds has a slew of questions to answer such as what kind of lens should one use, what shutter speed, among others. Photographing birds requires a lot of patience... 6. How To Make Your Backyard A Bird Watching Stage - By: Michael Russell Do you want to turn your backyard into a real bird watching stage? Well, you have two options. You can build a backyard aviary or you can scatter different bird feeders around for the birds to enjoy. A backyard bird aviary is like a very big cage of birds. You can put all of your pets to... 7. How To Identify Birds When Bird Watching - By: Michael Russell So it is your first day of bird watching. You are equipped with the right equipment and are mentally prepared to have fun. But how are you going to know the species of birds you will encounter later on? It is going to be pleasurable watching the birds from a distance, using your binocular... 8. How To Deal With Baby Birds When Bird Watching - By: Michael Russell Has there been a time that as you go on with your usual bird watching activity you come across a baby bird and do not know what to do about it? You are faced with a rather difficult situation, so to speak. Baby birds can really be helpless creatures, especially if there are possible predators around... 9. The Growing Popularity Of Bird Watching In The Us - By: Michael Russell Bird watching has become a hobby and a well-enjoyed activity. The proof of this is the numerous birding festivals that are celebrated across the nation. And the series of activities that takes place in these are highly anticipated. Aside from bird watching events, bird watching groups are... 10. Everybody's Favorite Birds When Bird Watching - By: Michael Russell Bird watching has become a favorite hobby in different parts of America today. This is made possible by the various bird equipment and feeders that are available on the market today. Every bird feeder will attract different kinds of birds. That's why it is up to your feeds and feeders to draw the mo... 11. Bird Watching Costs - By: Michael Russell A hobby is an investment, especially if you have decided to intently pursue it. For example, a person with a green thumb will take gardening seriously. He will read a lot of books regarding plants and update himself on which ones must be grown in which season. He is also well aware of the best ferti... 12. Bird Watch At Cheap Rates - By: Michael Russell Like any hobby, bird watching enthusiasts wish to learn more about their recreational activity. This interest can be satisfied by signing up for bird watching tours. It is always an adventure when you head out and commune with nature. This is one of the perks that comes from bird watching. br... 13. Birdwatching With Kids: How To Make Them Think Birdwatching Is Cool - By: Michael Russell Today, the pressures of school and life in general can cause even children to feel stressed. Teaching and sharing with your kids the pleasure of birdwatching will give them a soothing activity to fall back on when they feel theyre nearing their breaking point. You do, however, have to convince your ... 14. Pigeon Gaze - By: Michael Russell Have you really looked at the pigeons around your yard lately or in the city halls? Maybe you just dont notice and appreciate this birds because they are always around you and are used to having a lot people near (not totally near though) and around them. Pigeons are one of the most uni... 15. A Bird Wearing A Tuxedo? Now Thats Fun To Watch! - By: Michael Russell It is so cute to see flightless birds wearing a tuxedo walking around near the water and enjoying the company of fellow tuxedo birds. One of the most unusual birds is the penguin: unusual in the sense that it is one of the few types of birds that can not fly. Before you try to belittle t... 16. What Kind Of Bird Was That? - By: Michael Russell This is what you normally ask yourself or your partner when you see an odd bird perched around in one of those trees. It is fascinating to see birds around you chirping and enjoying the bounties of nature or even the city life. What is even more fascinating though is when you see a bird ... 17. The Kit For A Bird Watcher - By: Michael Russell Bird watching is fun and exciting as long as we see birds and can identify the species that we see. Sometimes it is no fun when we hardly see the birds (probably because the birds sensed you) and then when we finally see one we can't identify what type of bird it was. Birds have differen... 18. Hummingbirds On The Move - By: Michael Russell Bird watching used to be a popular hobby until the technology became more complicated and life has been more fast paced. Whether we are just trying to attract birds in our yard or we are going to go into the forest or to a park, bird watching needs patience and knowledge so we wont disturb them. ... 19. The Thrills Of Bird Watching From A Boat - By: Michael Russell Bird watching is an activity that can keep a person thrilled to no limits. In fact, the only limit to this nature-loving pastime is a persons endurance, patience and of course, vision. The only limit to enjoying this pastime is a persons imagination. There are plenty of locations where ... 20. Why Get A Bird Watching Field Guide? - By: Michael Russell Communing with nature is one of lifes pleasures that does not cost much but can make anyone the happiest person on earth. There are many ways to be one with nature like taking a hike, going camping or swimming or visiting animals in their natural habitat. One of the least expensive but e... 21. Why Go Bird Watching During Fall - By: Michael Russell Bird watching is a hobby that can be done by almost anyone who has the gift of sight. Even those who can see less or not at all get fulfillment from listening to the chirping of the birds. However, nothing is more exciting than seeing different bird species a few steps or meters form where you are... 22. A Five Minute Crash Course On Birdwatching For Bluebirds - By: Michael Russell Regardless of how youve discovered the pleasure for birdwatching and why youre interested in searching for bluebirds in particular, ignoring birdwatching basics will get you and your binoculars nowhere. If you wish to be able to view bluebirds the soonest time possible, read this crash course on bir... 23. Cost Of A Bird Peeper - By: Michael Russell If you are a serious bird watching hobbyist, you surely know that one of the requirements of this activity is a good pair of binoculars, right? Your degree of expertise in this hobby should tell you what type of binoculars you should get. If you are bird watching newbie, of course, it wo... 24. Birdwatching: Solo Pleasure Or Two To Tango? - By: Michael Russell Is birdwatching an activity thats best enjoyed alone or with a companion? The answer depends on your preferences, personality, and resources. Why Its Better for You to Go Birdwatching Alone? Even though you go birdwatching with people who already know you well, some people just never lear... 25. Birdwatchers Code Of Ethics: Play By The Rules If You Dont Want To Get Netted By Authorities - By: Michael Russell Were assuming that youre not a professional birdwatcher handling group tours and profiting from this very interesting activity because if so, you should already know the birdwatchers code of ethics by heart. Most probably, youre a newbie at birdwatching. If so, there are a number of things you have ... 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