As I have slowly developed my bird-watching skills over the years, some simple tips have really helped me learn new birds despite my casual approach.
I started out just by looking at birds and asking others what they were. Eventually I got some binoculars and a field guide, tools that definitely make it easier to see the details that distinguish the differences between similar species, like the notorious LBBs (Little Brown Birds). One other tool I’ve found helpful is a camera with a zoom lens. A good picture can show you details you didn’t see at first and help with identification.
But you don’t need any of these things to enjoy bird watching. You can just look out the window.
Here are the simple things I have done to improve my birding skills.
1) I do most of my birding in my own neighborhood. When I eat my breakfast…
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