Birding

North Carolina’s diverse habitats are home to hundreds of bird species. This section provides information on basic birding skills and equipment, identifying birds and attracting birds to your property.

BIRDING BASICS

Birding is one of the most popular outdoor activities. Read here to learn how to get started as a birder.

BIRD IDENTIFICATION

Learning to identify birds on your property will take time and practice, but these articles along with a field guide and binoculars will be a big help.

MANAGING FOR BIRDS

A bird-friendly forest has many different layers that provide food, water and shelter for many different birds. Read further to learn how to plan your management for the birds!

RESOURCES

There are many bird related organizations, websites and mobile applications that provide helpful information about birds and birding. Here are a few to get you started.