Aoi S asked:


Recently, I just enjoy watching birds in national parks. I plan to have a telescope for bird-watching, a practical and a small one, so I can put it in my bag when walking across the national park. Please give me some advice to buy the kind of telescope (the good one), e.g. its name, size, etc, I really don’t know, cause I’m only a beginner in bird-watching. Thank you.
SCOTTIE

5 Responses to “What kind of telescope for bird-watching?”

1. Naruto on July 28th, 2010 6:59 pm

   I think only regular telescope is good enough or you could go to a telescope company and custom-make one

2. The Tai-Pan on August 1st, 2010 4:40 am

   Preferably something wide angled,It can be hard finding them in a narrow field of view.
   Question,does it have to be a telescope couldn’t you use binoculars something in a 25 X 50 range works for me whale spotting.Bigger animal yes but bigger distances too.

3. birdgirl on August 2nd, 2010 7:36 pm

   If you are a beginner, I suggest binoculars. Scopes are usually used for birds that are stationary…such as shorebirds, or waterfowl. Usually people who are advanced birdwatchers eventually purchase a scope when they want to learn to ID more difficult species such as shorebirds, gulls, etc. If you are watching songbirds, raptors, etc..binoculars are the best. I would suggest Eagle Optics. The 8×42 Rangers are a good deal..they are very good quality for the price.

4. bak123 on August 2nd, 2010 8:37 pm

   winchester 7 x 9

5. annepanddougp on August 6th, 2010 8:17 am

   I’d start with binoculars too. It’s much easier. But another good idea for the telescope is when you go to the store is to see if they have a car window mount. Many parks have areas near lakes that are very cold and windy. I have pulled up my car (turned off the motor!) and relaxed with some birds, some coffee and me. With a telescope you must have a base. you can not hold them as you would binocs. So with a car mount option, you can be comfy and warm even in bad weather.