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Do you enjoy bird watching, photography, and nature recreation? Do you want to help birds? You are not alone!

No matter what your skill level and effort, you have probably watched birds at some point in your life. Here you can find bird watching tools and resources, and learn ways that you as a birder can become actively involved in conserving the species you love to watch and the special places they depend on.

Learn About Birds & Bird ID

• Bird ID
• Waterfowl ID
• "Tools of the Trade"
•  Find Birds or Share Your Sightings on eBird
• Bird Conservation Training

Be a Partner in Conservation

• Buy Federal Duck Stamps
• Invest in Conservation
• Be a Citizen Scientist
• Support Migratory Bird Joint Ventures
• Become a Grant Partner

Find Birds Wherever You Go

• Tips for Finding Birds in the Wild
•  Joys of Birding on National Wildlife Refuges
• Some Bird Festivals to Check Out
• Birding is as Close as Your Yard
• Get Your National Wildlife Refuge Annual Pass
•  Bird Webcams

All About Bird Banding

• Reporting Banded Birds
• How We Band for Management
• Reward Bands
• In the Field with the Bird Banding Team

Share Your Passion for Birds

• Bird Conservation in Urban Settings
•  Birding for All Ages
• Education Resources for Parents
• Education Resources for Educators (Free!)
• Creating Future Bird Enthusiasts through Art and Science

Be a Friend to Birds

• What to do if you find a baby bird
• What to do if you find an injured bird
•  Satisfying Avian Appetites
• Make Birds at Home in Your Yard
• Bird-friendly Building, Glass & Lighting Guidelines

Last Updated: September 27, 2018