The Easy Bird Watching Blog
Learn more. Notice more. Enjoy more birds.
Beginner-friendly bird watching guides, identification tips, backyard birding advice, and fascinating facts about the birds around us.
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Getting Started
How to Start Bird Watching
Everything you need to know to start enjoying bird watching, even if you've never picked up a pair of binoculars.
Gear
Best Binoculars for Beginner Bird Watchers
You don't need expensive gear to get started. Here's what to look for when choosing your first pair of binoculars.
Backyard Birding
How to Attract Birds to Your Backyard
Simple ways to turn your backyard into a welcoming place for birds throughout the year.
Bird Identification
How to Identify Birds
Learn the simple clues bird watchers use to identify birds by appearance, behavior, habitat, and sound.
Backyard Birding
What Should You Put in a Bird Feeder?
Sunflower seeds, peanuts, suet, millet and more: learn which foods attract different backyard birds.
Bird Identification
15 Common Backyard Birds You Should Know
Learn to recognize some of the most common birds you're likely to see around your home.
Backyard Birding
Best Bird Feeders for Beginners
Thinking about putting up your first bird feeder? Here's what to know before choosing one for your backyard.