/r/birding
Birding. bird watching. twitching. listing. Whatever you want to call it, if you are looking at or listening to birds, this is where you should be.
birding. birdwatching. twitching. listing. whatever you want to call it, if you are looking at or listening to birds you should be frequenting /r/birding.
Subreddit rules:
Follow Ethical Birding Behavior. Follow ethical birding & bird photography behaviors as outlined by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the Audubon Society (see pinned post).
No Human Contact With Birds. Exceptions for researchers who are banding birds, or licensed wildlife rehabilitators (proof must be submitted to mods through modmail before posting)
Birding Content Only. No “birds aren’t real” posts, and all posts must be directly related to wild birds or the hobby of birding.
No Fledgling/Injured Bird Questions. Baby birds without feathers should be returned to the nest. Young, feathered fledglings outside the nest are normal and common, and may not be able to fly well yet – they should generally be left alone. If you believe the bird is injured or needs human intervention, contact a local wildlife rehabilitator (http://ahnow.org/). If you are unable to contact a wildlife rehabilitator, please go to r/WildlifeRehab for further advice.
Original Content Only. Any photos must have been taken by the person posting them. Articles can be posted for discussion, however the poster must also comment with their perspective on the article.
Include Location. ID requests must include the location (state or province if you're in USA/Canada, otherwise name the country) in the title. Location and approximate date are encouraged for all posts.
No Self-promotion or Advertising. Artwork of wild birds is allowed. Watermarks are allowed. One link in a comment to your social media page is allowed. No links to sales sites. Make sure your contributions are about birding and engaging with this community, not promoting yourself. Links to articles should also include some discussion about the article.
Be Civil. No personal attacks or insults. No hatred, bigotry, racism, or other uncivil behavior.
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Great Blue Heron that apparently woke up too early (VA, USA)
21:15 UTC
First varied thrush!!
I had no idea these beautiful birds existed until today. Pretty new to birding and was left in awe!! Probably having a feast on the mealworms.
20:24 UTC
Duck in the Water
19:27 UTC
What one thing changed the game/added the most excitement to the hobby for you?
I've been browsing this sub's previous recommendation posts and found some great ideas of quality equipment I could add to my arsenal. I'm wondering if anyone has any recommendations as to the best one game-changing addition--equipment or otherwise--to level up the hobby. Budget is flexible with upper end at about $500, but willing to save to spend more if the value is there.
I currently have a pair of Vortex Diamondback HD 10x42 binoculars, which I have been loving for a couple years now. I'm not looking to replace them. I'm really interested in observing bird behavior for extended periods of time, would like to learn bird songs and IDs better, and I'd like to do a little bit of novice photography, just for my own nature journal. Currently aiming my iphone through my binoculars which is very difficult. I've been thinking about getting a scope to be able to see better at long distances for when we go on big birding trips (for example, we got the opportunity to go see Bearded Vultures in the Pyrenees last year and it was hard to see them soaring with my binoculars) or something to help aim my phone through the binoculars since I have such trouble digiscoping, but wondering if I'm thinking too narrowly about the best way to invest in this hobby. I'm not necessarily looking to get the biggest life list or take the most incredible pictures. I have just as much fun seeing common birds from my window as I do seeing rare ones out and about, and very much enjoy non-bird nature as well. Just want to have lots of fun and connect deeper with the natural world, whether that's on a birding trip or in my backyard. I understand this is totally subjective and there is no right answer. Just curious to hear other perspectives and recommendations!
19:27 UTC
ID request: Russia, Yamal peninsula (video was shot today)
Couldn't get any closer view, but I hope someone identifies it by sound
19:09 UTC
Night Herons
Two juvenile nigh harrons argue !
18:44 UTC
Short eared owl, Skagit County WA
18:22 UTC
Bird I’d help
Junco like in shape and size, dark grey with brown cap, dark eyes and black beak (juncos have pinkish beak). About 6 came to suet feeder in tree as a flock. They did this twice in 20 minute period. No other distinguishing features that I could immediately recognize.
Poulsbo, WA back yard. 9:30 am
Thanks!
18:13 UTC
Christmas gift question: Any recommendations for an external microphone to use with Merlin for less than ~$100? For a special someone 😉
It's me. I'm the special someone 🤫.
18:00 UTC
Acorn Woodpecker
17:58 UTC
Conspicuous wood duck enjoying the sun 🌞
They look like
17:51 UTC
Hooded Merganser
Newell's Run, Washington County, Ohio
16:42 UTC
Affordable bird feeders with camera?
Hi!
I'm looking to buy a Christmas present for my mom. She loves birds and has several bird feeders in the yard, but I know she would really enjoy one that has a camera and an app where she can see videos of the birds that come by. However, the one we saw was extremely expensive ($330). I'm a student so I don't have that kind of money, but I still want to get her one that works well.
Any suggestions? Thank you ❤️❤️
16:19 UTC
New meaning to 'riding my tail'
16:16 UTC
Fearless RTH in nyc park, I think they like the attention !
16:14 UTC
Lilac-breasted Roller
15:57 UTC
Phainopepla
Guarding their mistletoe at Spur Cross Ranch in Cave Creek AZ
15:34 UTC