Bird Class -Bird Watching Equipment

Birds are the elves of nature. Its flying pose, beautiful feathers, and gentle singing voice are pleasing to the eye. Many bird enthusiasts are keen to observe them, and bird watching has also become very popular outdoor leisure activities.

Birds can be regarded as wild vertebrates that people living in cities. Whether it is residential areas, streets, parks, or forests, there are birds everywhere. Observe that birds can be carried out anytime, anywhere. Of course, birds usually keep a certain distance from humans, and they are usually lively and active. We also have to configure appropriate equipment to better experience the fun of bird watching.

Bird watching equipment:

A suitable binocular telescope is an essential item for every bird watching enthusiast. 8-10 times the twin telescope can meet the needs of most bird watching enthusiasts. The diameter of the objective mirror can be selected 30-50mm. The parameter of the telescope in this interval is moderate and easy to carry, and the field of view is relatively large and flexible. It is suitable for watching birds in the park or forest.

Twin tube telescope is commonly used in bird watching activities (picture source: elk garden)

A larger single -tube telescope can be used to observe birds with far distances and lack of movement, such as geese ducks in wetlands. However, the weight of the single telescope is large, it is not convenient to carry, and it is difficult to find a specific goal. It is also difficult to find a specific target. It also needs to be used with a tripod, so it is used less in daily bird watching.

Observe the more detailed observation of the wetland birds of the elk garden with a single telescope (picture source: Elk Garden)

Bird watching:

Even the most experienced birdg viewers need to carry the illustrations with them. The differences between some birds are very small. The illustrations can help us better determine the type of birds observed.

Several good bird viewing pictures (Photo by Zhu Jiawei)

Bird Watching Note:

Carrying a notebook with you is a very good habit, so that you can record the observation results at any time. The contents of the record can include: the time, place, life situation, type, quantity, behavior, etc. of bird watching, and even record the shape and behavior of birds through the form of drawing. After accumulation, you can get a bird's observation diary, and you can learn about the behavior characteristics of different birds in each season.

Bird Observation Record Book and Record Form (Photo by Zhu Jiawei)

other:

Digital cameras can record the birds observed more accurately, which can better identify the morphological characteristics, and it is also a good assistant for your own bird watching records.

We can also use mobile phones or recording pens to record the sound of birds. In many cases, especially in the dense forests, the birds in the wild can be said to be "only listening to the sound and not seeing them." The sound of birds is also an important means to understand bird habits and identification.

With the development of the times, technology has also facilitated bird watching. Many apps and applets in mobile phones have functions such as taking pictures of birds, listening birds, birds, and bird watching records. You can choose one that suits you as needed.

Bird watching is not only a scientific activity that can understand nature, but also outdoor leisure hobbies that benefit the body. If you also like birds and nature, prepare equipment, and be a happy bird watching together.

(Elk Garden)

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