Post by naturelovr on Mar 9, 2009 17:51:52 GMT -6
Why Are People Watching Birds?
Most people, who have never tried bird watching, may wonder what draws so many people into it. Bird watching is popular because of its simplicity and ability to relieve stress. Birds are symbols of innocence and freedom, and simply by watching these little winged wonders of nature, bird watchers gain a measure of relief from the day-to-day stresses of modern daily life
Bird Watching is one of the most popular hobbies in the world. There are thousands of groups dedicated to bird watching, ranging from small informal gatherings of friends, to large organizations that hold regular meetings.
Another call to bird watching is that the sheer range of birds in the world gives watchers a sense of something new every time they see a breed they've never encountered before. Unlike enthusiasts of domestic animals like dogs and cats, bird watchers who want to look at certain breeds may even have to go into the wilderness on camping trips to look for these birds; thus getting fresh air and exercise mixed in with their hobby.
The colorful nature of birds makes them a joy to behold. They are one of the types of animals that generally use visual displays to appeal to their mates. For this rationale, birds are usually colorful, flashy, and in actuality, fun to view. Their behavioral patterns are also more fanciful and playful than most other types of wild animal.
While some species of birds just squawk or shriek, there are enough songbirds with melodic voices in the world that some enthusiasts have actually compiled their own recordings of the various songs of the birds they've viewed. Their songs are another reason why people enjoy bird watching.
Bird watching also contributes towards the preservation of nature. Aside from natural scientologists and environmentalists, formal bird watching societies make it a practice of knowing which species of birds are in danger of extinction, which are rare, and the general behavioral patterns and migratory paths of flocks of birds. With this information, even casual birdwatchers are able to assist official wild life preservation groups keep track of and protect avian wildlife.
To crown it all, bird watching is a safe family event; while some nature trips and wildlife viewing expeditions involve factors of risk that prevent children from joining in, birds are almost predominantly harmless, making a nature trip to watch them an excuse for a family holiday.
mybirdwatching.blogspot.com/2009/02/why-are-people-watching-birds.html
(looks like lots of interesting information regarding birdwatching at this link)
Most people, who have never tried bird watching, may wonder what draws so many people into it. Bird watching is popular because of its simplicity and ability to relieve stress. Birds are symbols of innocence and freedom, and simply by watching these little winged wonders of nature, bird watchers gain a measure of relief from the day-to-day stresses of modern daily life
Bird Watching is one of the most popular hobbies in the world. There are thousands of groups dedicated to bird watching, ranging from small informal gatherings of friends, to large organizations that hold regular meetings.
Another call to bird watching is that the sheer range of birds in the world gives watchers a sense of something new every time they see a breed they've never encountered before. Unlike enthusiasts of domestic animals like dogs and cats, bird watchers who want to look at certain breeds may even have to go into the wilderness on camping trips to look for these birds; thus getting fresh air and exercise mixed in with their hobby.
The colorful nature of birds makes them a joy to behold. They are one of the types of animals that generally use visual displays to appeal to their mates. For this rationale, birds are usually colorful, flashy, and in actuality, fun to view. Their behavioral patterns are also more fanciful and playful than most other types of wild animal.
While some species of birds just squawk or shriek, there are enough songbirds with melodic voices in the world that some enthusiasts have actually compiled their own recordings of the various songs of the birds they've viewed. Their songs are another reason why people enjoy bird watching.
Bird watching also contributes towards the preservation of nature. Aside from natural scientologists and environmentalists, formal bird watching societies make it a practice of knowing which species of birds are in danger of extinction, which are rare, and the general behavioral patterns and migratory paths of flocks of birds. With this information, even casual birdwatchers are able to assist official wild life preservation groups keep track of and protect avian wildlife.
To crown it all, bird watching is a safe family event; while some nature trips and wildlife viewing expeditions involve factors of risk that prevent children from joining in, birds are almost predominantly harmless, making a nature trip to watch them an excuse for a family holiday.
mybirdwatching.blogspot.com/2009/02/why-are-people-watching-birds.html
(looks like lots of interesting information regarding birdwatching at this link)
