Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching
Everything you need to know to start your bird watching journey, from essential equipment to identification tips.
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May 20th in Bird History
- 1758: Carl Linnaeus published the 10th edition of "Systema Naturae," establishing the modern system of naming birds
- 1883: The American Ornithologists' Union was founded, revolutionizing bird study in North America
- 1916: The Migratory Bird Treaty was signed between the United States and Great Britain (for Canada), protecting birds that migrate across international borders
- 1934: Roger Tory Peterson published his groundbreaking "A Field Guide to the Birds," making bird identification accessible to the general public