Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Birdwatching Or Birding FAQ

By Greg F Williams

Birder's have long contested birdwatching as a hobby, by saying the two are completely different. Birdwatching is a pursuit that is done as an activity during recreation, but birder's are far more intense and committed to their cause.

The Birder's

Whether it be in the United States or anywhere else in the world, what birder's are saying is what they do so is far removed from just a pastime or a relaxation thing. For them they do it to study not only the species of birds but as well their patterns of migration. They do not base there research on merely observations and they always invest in the most modern up to date optical equipment to strengthen their claims.

Instead of going where the birdwatchers usually go, the birder's are always on the lookout for new and undiscovered sites, hoping to find out more information. They would even allot a budget for travel, however far it will take them, just to expand their knowledge and to learn a lot more about the subject that they are most interested about, birds.

The Birdwatchers

These people go birdwatching only to observe with there eyes or a pair of binoculars and are not normally in to the technology side of things. It would not bother them if the equipment they use is not the most modern or up to date available to them on the market. What is important to birdwatchers is the sense of fulfillment they get from what they are doing. There main aim is to relax, see the birds and enjoy the sights.

For birdwatchers it will not matter to them where they observe birds. To them there own backyard is good enough for them, or they even may travel to a nature reserve close to them. These people have a love for birds but do not wish to go any further with there study of birds than just watching them.

The Right Time

Birdwatching in regions that have four seasons are most active in the spring and fall migrations. During such time, the widest range of birds can be seen as these birds relocate northbound or southbound in trying to find nesting sites.

For the hobbyists and professionals, it is best to do the act in the early morning when the birds are looking for food. This way, watching can be done at a lengthier time and you can watch them easily while they are into their everyday tasks.

Sea watching

Birdwatching of this type is all about people who go near coastal areas to do there observing. It can also be done when one is aboard a seagoing vessel. The birds that can be observed from such are called the pelagic kind. The pelagic species of birds are usually just observed in coastal areas.

The Proper Etiquette

Whether you be a bird watcher or a birder, it should always be your main priority to look out for the well-being of the birds, also it is good practice to take some form of notes on your observations. You always protect the environment so any natural habitat will not be harmed. Also when you use any of the latest technology that is available too you, then you will want to make for certain it will not impact the birds in a negative manner.

Birdwatching may just be a pursuit to some people, but to most it is a hobby that must be done with passion and concern about the birds and their wellbeing. - 16887

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