It's a Bird...It's a Plane…No it’s actually a bird. You have a lot to learn about birds, but we believe in you!
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Anyone can be a birdwatcher, at a kitchen window or reservoir. Owning binoculars immediately qualifies you. You let the birds come to you, no need to go looking!
You own a scope, don't carry a field guide and you know your birds by call as well as appearance. You keep a log of sightings and may photograph them or take notes in the field.
The best birders know their birds extremely well. The most obsessive will shake, tremble and cry under pressure especially if they miss out on seeing a rare bird!