Our First Experiences Birding

Rachel looks through the spotting scope at the Baltimore Oriole nest on South Bass Island. The nest is hanging precariously at the top of a cottonwood tree on rather thin branches. We've seen both the male and female birds at the nest; we're assuming there are little mouths to feed inside!






Rachel and Georgia look across the pond to see the female Wood Duck. Sheila and Dr. Shalaway keep watch just over the bridge.











Dr. Shalaway sees a bird in flight, while Patrick focuses on the Kingbird across the pond.













Do you know what the numbers on your binoculars mean (i.e., 8X25)?

The first number refers to the magnification (the image would be brought 8 times closer to your eyes) and the second number refers to the diameter of the objective (in mm) of the binoculars....the larger the diameter, the more light that can get in, the more detail you may be able to see.

Stay tuned for more birding tips and techniques!