Birding FAQs

Bird watching is a practical hobby where learning takes place primarily on the field. Using field guides will help only when one is actually observing the bird and comparing theory with real life. Hence, mere text book learning will not help a birding enthusiast beyond a specific level.

It is a misconception that birding takes time or is very expensive. One can join a group and use common resources until one is prepared to spend for the hobby. Even then, one has the option of pooling in resources with other friends to reduce the cost involved.

Does birding involve something more than spending time watching birds? Definitely. Birding enthusiasts have been called upon by government and conservation agencies to carry out census and other activities related to birds. Since birding enthusiasts like spending time in nature, they make excellent advocates of environmental protection and conservation.

Is birding boring? It cannot be much of a hobby if one finds it boring. It may not be easy to grasp in the beginning but can become very addictive as one takes more interest.

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