Bird watching can be a fascinating and fulfilling hobby, but where should a newcomer begin? This blog will provide a few helpful tips to enable you to get started.
Start at home
The best place to start is in your back garden. Choose a sunny day where you can sit outside on your Supremo Carina furniture and get watching. Once you begin to spot different birds, look them up in a book while you can still remember their colourings. This way, you will start to learn about them before heading further afield.
Get the right equipment
There is not all that much equipment needed for bird watching – the main item is a pair of binoculars. Some people who are really serious about the hobby choose to invest in a telescope though, because this allows them to zoom in closer and scan a wider area. What you buy will depend on your budget.
Get out and about early
The best time for spotting birds is early in the morning – around dawn. This is because temperatures are a bit lower then, and because humans are not there to frighten or disturb them. Birds use this quiet period for feeding, calling and other activities. As long as you can remain quiet and still, you should get lucky.
Learn about common species
The easiest way for beginners to get going is to research the most common birds. These are the ones a starter is most likely to spot. You can get a book or research them online.
Try these tips for a better bird watching experience.
