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Questions tagged [birdwatching]

Recreational activity which consist to observe birds in their natural environement

This activity can be done with naked eye, through a device like binoculars and telescopes, or by listening for bird sounds (live or recorded with a device).

The birdwatching activity can have different goals:

  • study and counting birds as an ornithologist
  • watching bird in their natural environment but without scientific purpose

There are more detailed type of definition and detailed history on Wikipedia.

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Seeing Penguins "in the wild" in Sydney

Are there places near Sydney, Australia where one can see penguins in the wild (not in a zoo)? If so, what's the best way to catch a glimpse of these cute creatures? I have read some information about seeing them at Shelly Beach in Manly but I'm…
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Seeing puffins in their natural habitat

A friend has just returned from Iceland, and while they enjoyed it, they were disappointed not to see puffins as it was the wrong time of year. Where else could you see puffins in their natural habitat - ideally closer to London than Iceland…
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Good places to bird watch around San Diego

What are good locations for bird watching in the San Diego area?
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Are there any do-it-yourself penguin sighting tours on Phillip Island, Australia?

Penguins are a known attraction on Phillip Island. I know there are organised paying penguin sighting tours, such as the Penguin Parade. Is this the only way to see penguins on the island? Are there any do-it-yourself walks around the island from…
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