Birding - Basic Tips for Beginners

• The best time to see the most birds:
  • Migration Season (April-May and Sept-Oct)
  • Nesting Season (March-June)

• Birds are most vocal and active in the early morning - and the light is clearer.

• Join guided bird walks or audubon society and observe how veterans operate

• Visit where two habitats join together (i.e. the edge of a woodland will draw birds from both adjacent forest and grassland.)

• When using binoculars, fix your eyes first on the bird and then bring up the binoculars.

• To identify birds consider: appearance, behaviour, field marks, habitat, range and distribution.

• Identify the ten most common birds to visit your yard.

• See MainTour Birding Explorer for several highly recommended Birding Field Guides.

• Get a good pair of binoculars.

• Get a lightweight day pack/pouch or carryall vest.

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