Birder: meaning, definitions and examples
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birder
[ ˈbɜːrdər ]
bird watching
A birder is a person who actively engages in the hobby of bird watching, observing and identifying different species of birds in their natural habitats. Birders often use binoculars, field guides, and notebooks to document their sightings and share their experiences with others in the birding community.
Synonyms
bird enthusiast, bird watcher, ornithologist.
Examples of usage
- The avid birder spent the whole weekend in the national park.
- As a dedicated birder, she maintains a list of all the species she has spotted.
- The local club organized a trip for birders to see the migratory species.
- Every birder knows the thrill of spotting a rare bird.
Translations
Translations of the word "birder" in other languages:
🇵🇹 observador de aves
🇮🇳 पक्षी देखरेख करने वाला
🇩🇪 Vogelexperte
🇮🇩 pengamat burung
🇺🇦 орнітолог
🇵🇱 ornitolog
🇯🇵 バーダー
🇫🇷 ornithologue
🇪🇸 ornitólogo
🇹🇷 kuş gözlemcisi
🇰🇷 조류 관찰자
🇸🇦 مراقب الطيور
🇨🇿 ornitolog
🇸🇰 ornitológ
🇨🇳 鸟类观察者
🇸🇮 ornitolog
🇮🇸 fuglaskoðari
🇰🇿 құстарды бақылаушы
🇬🇪 პატრიოტარი
🇦🇿 quş müşahidəçisi
🇲🇽 ornitólogo
Etymology
The term 'birder' emerged in the mid-20th century as bird watching became a more popular pastime in the United States and other countries. It is derived from the word 'bird', which comes from Old English 'brid', referring to a young bird or chick. The suffix '-er' is added to indicate a person who engages in a specific activity. Over time, the birder community has grown, encompassing individuals who are enthusiastic about observing and studying birds, as well as those who participate in organized birding events or competitions. The rise of birding festivals and conservation efforts has further solidified the birder's role in promoting awareness and appreciation of avian life.