41 Exciting Bird Watching Gifts That Are Must-Haves For Any Bird Watcher

Trail Camera Viewer for iPhone

This trail camera will watch the birds for you when you can't be out there to see them for yourself. It pairs with an app on your phone to give you a view of what's going on, and has multidirectional cameras that have about 180 degrees of view. There's also a high-powered LED light for nighttime watching.

$14 .99

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#2

Bird Song Book

Get to know the incredible sounds and majestic music of over 250 birds with help from world-renowned ornithologist Les Beletsky. This unique book contains a description of each of the birds it profiles, incredible full-color it was rations of each bird and their habitats, and an audio player that holds all of their songs and calls.

$30 .51

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#3

12x50 Telescope Monocular with Accessories

With 12x magnification and a 50 mm objective lens, this monocular delivers clear and bright images every time. It has a 360-foot field of view, BAK4 prison, and works well at night too because of superior light transmittance. A tripod and phone adapter are included so you can snap unforgettable pictures.

$11 .99

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#4

The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America

Bird lovers who have a sense of humor will be cackling like a seagull as they read through this Field Guide. It's not a true field guide, but rather a book that playfully insults birds in the best way and tosses fake facts around them. Like the Goddamned Canada Goose, truly a terror and scourge on the bird world.

$10 .22

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#5

Wingspan Board Game for Birders

The Wingspan board game is great for newbies to birdwatching to learn about the critters and for vets to flex their muscles. It's a challenging game of strategy that will introduce you to 170 species of birds that you'll have to attract and keep in your habitat.

$55 .00

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#6

Rechargeable Hand Warmers

Save yourself oodles of dollars on throwaway hand warmers by bringing a two-pack of rechargeable warmers on your next adventure. Please quickly heat to 131 degrees Fahrenheit and provide up to 15 hours of warmth.

$16 .99

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#7

Bird Buddy Smart Birdwatching House

While you're stuck inside the office you can still commune with your bird buddies while watching them on the camera embedded in this smart birdwatching house. It can ID up to 11,000 species of birds, records in 1080p HD, is IP65 waterproof, and has 64GB of space available.

$259 .99

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#8

12x50 Professional Binoculars

A good pair of binoculars is a birder's best friend, and this 12 x 50 professional HD pair is one of the best. The high-powered binoculars have a BaK4 prism, or lightweight and waterproof, and come with a phone adapter so you can take stunning pictures of the birds you find.

$129 .99

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#9

The Lost Art of Reading Nature's Signs Book

The time you spend outside will be even more rewarding when you follow the 850 tips in this book that teach you how to listen to what nature is trying to tell you. From learning how the Big Dipper tells time to the direction that a budding flower points, the author's decades of experience will make your birding trip better.

$13 .18

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#10

National Geographic Birds Migration Puzzle

Spend an afternoon learning about birds by analyzing a map turned into a puzzle made by the brilliant minds at National Geographic. The puzzle has 1000 pieces and features the migration patterns of the birds of North America. When finished it measures about 27"x20".

$30 .00

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#11

Audubon Singing Bird Wall Clock

Toss out the antique grandfather clock, the time will be told by this singing bird wall clock from here on out. The clock is available in three colors and two sizes, and each hour features the song of a bird with a distinct call from across North America.

$29 .95

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#12

Subscription to Birdwatching Magazine

Birdwatching Magazine is the premier monthly magazine for folks who love birding. Learn about how to ID difficult-to-spot birds, where to travel to see the best feathered friends, how you can contribute to conservation efforts, how to find and participate in local birding groups, look at stunning photographs, and so much more.

$26 .95

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#13

Hot Sockee Reusable Toe Warmers

Your hands are nice and warm, but what about your poor toes, they need some attention too. With these neoprene toe warmers, you'll forget it's even cold outside. They're an extra barrier against wind and chill and aren't at all bulky so they won't interfere with how your shoes fit.

$14 .99

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#14

The Birdwatching Answer Book

To write this book, experts at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology took real-life questions from birders and talked to some of the foremost authorities on birds. From techniques to equipment, feeding to housing birds, protecting habitats, and why birds act the way they do, the book really is packed with everything you need to know.

$10 .99

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#15

Folding Solar Panel Power Bank

Recharge your phone with the battery pack that keeps on going. This one can be refilled via solar power, so if you're nowhere near an outlet you're in luck. With five panels, there's quite a bit to soak up the sun's rays, and it's compatible with both Android and iPhone devices.

$49 .99

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#16

Mosquito Bite Relief Device

Nothing will derail a birding adventure like having to stop every 15 seconds to scratch your mosquito bites. With this unique device, you can eliminate the bites in a flash. With just a few quick clicks, the clinically tested device delivers instant relief and lessens itchiness, information, and pain.

$9 .99

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#17

Sneaker Raincoats

Don't let a little rain stop you in your tracks, put a pair of raincoats over your shoes. These waterproof covers are made of high-quality PVC with a slip-resistant rubber soul to keep you safe. They-re compatible with most kinds of shoes and boots and come in several sizes.

$12 .99

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#18

Window Bird Feeder

When you can't go out to do birdwatching, bring the birds to you. This transparent acrylic birdhouse adheres to your window with suction cups. Fill the two compartments in the base with seeds and it will attract birds like cardinals, bluejays, finches, and robins to your home.

$28 .95

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#19

Sibley Backyard Birding Bingo

Learn about birds as you try to defeat Grandma at her game of choice with Sibley's Backyard Birding Bingo. The game features 50 of North America's most iconic birds, all painted by birding expert David Sibley. There are 10 bingo cards in the box, along with 15 calling cards and eight egg-shaped tokens

$18 .23

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#20

11 Pocket Cargo Pants

When you need to wear cargo pants but don't want to look like you're wearing cargo pants, these skinny scrub pants will come in handy. They're ridiculously soft and breathable and equipped with 11 pockets within arm's reach. You'll have all kinds of room for essentials like pens, phone lenses, notepads, and bird seed.

$48 .00

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#21

What It's Like to Be a Bird Sibley Guide

Gain insight into the life and times of a bird and perhaps you'll enjoy your birding trips all the more. This guy, authored by bird-great David Sibley, includes more than 300 illustrations of the majestic creatures, information that details their behavior, specific scientific facts about the creatures, and more.

$18 .99

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#22

Audubon Society Page a Day Calendar

Enjoy a year's worth of learning about your birds of the world, their habitats, some of their animal friends, and more with a page-a-day Audubon calendar. Every new card is a wilderness escape and features a stunning image that will make you want to leave your job and explore the world.

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#23

Personal Cooling Mist System

It can get hot out there on the trails, but you'll stay nice and comfortable when you've got this personal cooling mist system clipped to the front of your vest. It uses a water reservoir that you'll carry on your back to deliver a fine mist of chilled, humidified air.

$159 .00

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#24

Portable Rechargeable Hand Warmer

When you're out in the winter trying to catch that perfect snap of a hooded merganser, keep your hands nice and warm and ready to press the buttons on your camera with this rechargeable hand warmer. The 5200mAh pocket heater is double-sided, heats quickly, and has three levels of warmth to choose from.

$26 .99

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#25

Professional Lens Cleaning Kit

A great way to ensure you're capturing the cleanest, most crisp images of birds is to make sure that your camera equipment is in tiptop shape. This professional cleaning kit is suitable for DSLR cameras and will work for your binoculars and phone as well. The kit tucks neatly into a bag so you can travel with it.

$16 .99

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#26

Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Backpack

You'll be able to carry everything you need for a successful day of birdwatching in this ultralight packable daypack. When not in use, it folds into a pouch that you can tuck into a pocket. But when folded out, it has six pockets and compartments for you to put items in, from small things like chargers to a 15-inch laptop.

$21 .99

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#27

Deluxe Camo Blind Tent

Patience is a virtue in birdwatching and it's a lot easier to be patient when you have somewhere comfortable to wait. This deluxe pop-up tent has room for you and your gear and accessories. It blends in with the landscape of the forest so birds will feel safer approaching it, allowing you to get the perfect picture.

$69 .99

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#28

High-Quality Hiking Boots

A pair of high-quality hiking boots is essential for a burger to enjoy their daily walk. This pair from Columbia has all-terrain traction to keep you safe, a waterproof exterior, and excellent support for your arches to keep you going all day long.

$79 .38

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#29

America's Favorite Birds Coloring Book

Put your own colorful spin on some notable fine feathered friends by grabbing your colored pencils and this bird coloring book from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. The intricately designed book features 35 of North America's most watched and popular birds. You even find images of their landscapes and habitats to color.

$31 .94

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#30

National Geographic's Birding Basics

Newbies can learn birding from one of the best with this book from National Geographic. Targeted at beginners, the book combines the science of birdwatching with expert knowledge to give watchers a superior experience. The advice is easy to follow, and it gives pointers on the best equipment to start with and how to treat nature with respect.

$16 .10

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#31

Lightweight Fishing Vest

There's no such thing as having too many pockets when you're out on a birdwatching adventure, and surprisingly, fishing vests work quite well for birders. This one has over a dozen pockets and zippered pouches and is constructed with mesh that's breathable enough to wear on the hottest days of sum

$27 .86

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#32

Waterproof Notebook

You could be standing in the middle of a biblical deluge and still be able to write down where you found the nest of a rare bird with this weatherproof spiral-top notebook. It measures 3"x5" and has 50 sheets per pad. The paper won't turn mushy when wet and it's compatible with number two pencils and all-weather pens.

$16 .40

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#33

LED Headlamp Beanie

Your autumn birding trips can last late into the night when you've got a beanie that has a headlamp built right in. The LED in this hat is ultra-bright and can provide both close-up and distance lighting. It has a 72-foot range and three light molds to choose from, including a red flasher for emergencies.

$15 .99

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#34

Wagner's Bird Food

Take your backyard birding to the next level with a bag of deluxe wild bird food designed to attract perching and ground birds. There are sunflower seeds in the mix, along with white millet, cracked corn, peanut kernels, and more, which attract birds like goldfinches, cardinals, woodpeckers, doves, finches, and so many more.

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#35

Collapsible Water Bottle

It's important to stay hydrated while you're off on your big birding adventure, but if you don't want to carry a lot, a water bottle can't be cumbersome. Swap your normal canteen out for this collapsible silicone bottle and you'll be good to go. The bottle holds half a liter of water and comes in several appealing colors.

$8 .99

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#36

Hiking Traction Cleats

Your birding doesn't have to stop in the winter, you can keep on tracking with a pair of traction cleats that slide over your shoes. These Yaktrax are crafted with a heavy-duty stretchy band wrapped in steel coils coat in the sink to prevent rust. Even if you're walking on ice, the cleats will keep you upright.

$29 .99

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#37

Handheld Garmin GPS Map Receiver

Next time you chase a bird a little too far out into the wilderness, you can find your way again with this Garmin high-sensitivity GPS. The 2.6-inch color display is easy to read, even in sunlight, and it has an IPX7 rating. It can receive smart notifications and sync with your phone as well and has 8 GB of memory.

$411 .50

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#38

Safari Hat with Neckflaps

Protect ya neck when you're out birdwatching on a hot summer day with a wide-brim sun hat that comes with a removable flap for your neck. For birdwatching safaris, the hat is perfect. It's made with a lightweight water-resistant nylon that dries quickly and has mass side panels to increase moisture wicking.

$18 .99

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#39

IceMule Portable Backpack Cooler

When you're out taking pictures of water birds, make sure you stay hydrated by bringing this collapsible backpack cooler with you. The soft side cooler floats, is 100% waterproof, and cools for up to 24 hours. It can accommodate 9 liters, which translates to six cans plus ice.

$89 .95

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#40

High-Capacity Portable Charger

You'll never have to worry about missing out on the perfect shot when your phone is charged to capacity for your entire birding trip. With a high-capacity charger, you'll be able to fill up your phone's battery at least twice over the course of the day. And, its slim profile means it's easy to fit in a pocket or bag.

$23 .99

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