What Nesting Materials Are Safe for Birds?
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Follow these dos and don'ts if you want to help your feathered neighbors build their homes this spring.
Conservation
Birding
From how to get started to what you need and where to go.
Getting Started
Did you look out your window and see a bird today? Hear one while running errands? Congratulations! You鈥檙e a birder. It really is that easy. Of course, you might want to know the name of those species, or where you can find more birds. If you do, check out below for some birding basics.
Identifying Birds
Putting names to the birds you see can be a rewarding experience. A successful ID is the goal, but the journey is just as important. By trying to identify a species, you get to know the bird and its habitat better鈥攂y watching its movements, noting its field marks, considering its call. Whether you鈥檙e curious about a backyard visitor or stumped by a shorebird, we have a wealth of ID tips and skills for birders of all levels.
ID Tips and Skills
From warblers to woodpeckers, let us help you figure out what you're seeing鈥攐r hearing.
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Birding Advice
A funny thing happens once you start birding: It becomes hard to stop. New target species, goal destinations, how to keep improving your skills鈥攊t can be both exhilarating and overwhelming at the same time. From tips on how to find elusive species to helpful tech and best practices for the field, our ever-growing collection of advice and stories will help you expand your experience.
In the Field
Whether searching for a certain species or planning your next big trip, we have you covered.
Get Out There
Essential Reading
Foster your love for birds by feeding them at home, and be sure to check out our recommendations for binoculars and other gear.
The Birdist鈥檚 Rules of Birding
Contributor Nick Lund, aka The Birdist, regularly provides serious鈥攁s well as tongue-in-cheek鈥攁dvice for new and experienced birders.
Learn the Rules
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