TIMES FOR BIRDWATCHING

When people study bird or observe them it it known as birding or birdwatching and the term birdwatching most used in the united kingdom as well as in Ireland while birding is an American term. While it is possible to watch birds any time and any place it helpful to know where to look. One may also require detailed knowledge of the appearance, sound, behavior as well as the likely habitat of the bird to get success.
At certain time of day you are most likely to see specific types of birds. For example after sun up is the best time to see hawk and eagles, visibility is best for hunting at this time and they can soar on the thermal currents from the warmer air which help them take of and soar. Bird like owls are more likely to be seen in the evening. Songbirds are easier to see two to three hours after dawn or just before sunset. This is when songbird are most actively feeding. Many shore bird and waders rest at high tide and feed when the water rise or fall.

The most popular month for birdwatching are February, march and may. In February bird of prey try to find territory where they can build their nests. Many of them return to the same place year after year and fly around a lot and their song claim their own breeding territory. M arch is the month of courtship flying. male bird of prey attract the female with song or wonderful flight. The peregrine performs various acrobatic movements in order to attract a mate.