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Return To Binoculars Article Archive   Search the Article Archives Bird Watching Costs By Myra Banks If your child is anything like me, they will love anything that can fly and by building a bird house it will help them to watch birds and may even challenge them to find out even more about the types of birds that frequent your backyard. The first thing you need to do when identifying birds is to learn how to recognise a certain group of birds like warblers, flycatchers, hawks, owls and wrens. These all share certain similarities. As you get better at this you will be able to distinguish a certain species from the group as a whole. Bird cages are the type of thing that 'you don't go cheap twice'. If you go cheap once, you'll be sure to never do that again! Here is a feature that is often overlooked: bird-proof door locks. Bird droppings can become very erosive, and the longer they sit on your cage, the more damage can occur. Even the best brand name cages will only last 3-4 years if not appropriately taken care of. Know What Species to Expect. There are approximately 900 species of birds in the United States and recognizing each of them is nearly impossible. So when you visit an area, do a little research first. Bird Watching Costs A hobby is an investment, especially if you have decided to intently pursue it. For example, a person with a green thumb will take gardening seriously. He will read a lot of books regarding plants and update himself on which ones must be grown in which season. He is also well aware of the best fertilizers for each. Now, for those who enjoy bird watching, they must also be willing to shell out cash. This shouldn¡¯t be a problem especially if bird watching has already been interesting for them to begin with. Pursuing the hobby is like an end in itself. First and foremost, a bird watcher must have binoculars. Now there are various kinds of binoculars there; ranging from the kind and the design to the color. Shopping for binoculars will be fun for the bird watcher. Binoculars can cost as little as $60 and as much as $200. It depends on the special features you choose; such as roof-prism designs to make it more durable. Some binoculars also come with non-slip rubber armoring, making it suave and stylish. Buying binoculars is pretty much like buying shoes. Try out a number of binoculars before deciding on which one is suitable for you. Practice Before You Go. A key to viewing wildlife, and especially birds, is to have the ability to very quickly put your binoculars on target. Does your cage stimulate your bird like it should? The materials needed to make your own hummingbird feeder are clear prescription vials with a fitted cap, a few feet of thin wire or heavy thread and transparent tape or scotch tape. Most families immediately think that they can choose between getting a cat or a dog simply because those are the most popular pets to have. Before you run out and purchase the perfect kitten or puppy, consider choosing a bird to be your family pet instead. Though authentic antique cages are pleasing to the eye, they are not the best home for your bird. Many antique bird cages are treated with chemicals or paints that can be toxic to your bird. Bird watchers must also have scopes. Sometimes birds are so far away that binoculars aren¡¯t enough. Scopes cost as little as $500 and as much as $2000. But the bird watcher enthusiast must keep in his mind that purchasing a scope is an investment. Some bird watchers opt to get the best scope model that they can. Some scopes come with a tripod making it easier for the bird watcher to shift from peeking through a set scope and hiding behind the bushes with his binoculars in hand when a bird is close. Binoculars and scopes are two essential tools a bird watcher enthusiast must have. Seeing a bird up close will make him forget how much he paid for these. Also, what makes this hobby expensive is the countless tours natural reserve organizations offer the enthusiasts. These tours range from $1600 to $4000 (depending on the location and the package deal) but those who have signed up for the experience all assure that it is worth it. On these tours, not only are the participants taught by the best bird watchers, they also get to see different species of birds in exotic locations. Plus, they get to be in the bird¡¯s natural habitat first-hand. Why worry how much it will cost when you¡¯re enjoying it in the first place, right? Powder-coating on regular powder-coated cages has Zinc and/or Lead in it, that's a fact, but good manufacturers have taken the time to discuss this with vets and other experts to determine a safe level for these minerals and the top manufacturers demand that their cages are manufactured in a way that stays inside of these standards! If you're looking at a quality cage it will be constructed of steel (powder-coated ones should have steel underneath the powder-coat and stainless steel cages need to be 100% stainless steel, not plated or hollow) or iron. If you choose to use a bird cage cover, try to use it roughly the same hours each day. Like most people, birds need a routine to feel safe, happy, and secure. Get a good pair of bird watching binoculars if you are serious about bird watching. The most important dimension in a cage is width. A guideline is to choose a width at least 1 ? times your bird¡¯s wingspan. How do bird watchers strive to entice birds to their yards? Find out at http://www.bird- watch.info Keep in mind that birds need bird baths year round, especially in some parts of the country that seem to be out of the grip of Jack Frost. Instead of putting your bird bath inside during the winter, purchase a model that can remain outdoors for the entire year. About the Author: How do bird watchers strive to entice birds to their yards? Find out at http://www.bird-watch.info Camera Binoculars

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