What you need to know about tripods
Rock-solid advice for finding a stable tripod that’s just right for your needs Read More “What you need to know about tripods”
Gear & Products
Whether you’re looking for more information about bird feeders, binoculars, books, or other products, the gear featured in this section can help you enjoy watching birds more.
What you need to know about lens coatings
Lens coatings are easy to overlook, but they’re critical for seeing a bird’s true colors Read More “What you need to know about lens coatings”
Interview with David Allen Sibley, author of The Sibley Guide to Birds
In a 2001 interview, Contributing Editor David Sibley, author of our column “ID Toolkit,” tells how his field guide came to be and that its success surprised him Read More “Interview with David Allen Sibley, author of The Sibley Guide to Birds”
Making the connection
The trick to taking great photos of birds is making the right connection between your digital camera and your spotting scope Read More “Making the connection”