Bird Identification: The Basics

Anyone who enjoys birdwatching frequently encounters "unknowns." Identifying a robin or a goldfinch is not difficult. However, for many bird species, identification proves to be much more complicated. But that's no reason to give up! With a trained eye for the crucial features, successful identification becomes more and more frequent.

We will learn to pay attention to the important characteristics of the bird, perceive calls and songs, and use field guides correctly. Willow Warbler and Chiffchaff? Meadow Pipit and Tree Pipit? These and other "lookalikes" will no longer pose difficulties for you after the webinar. The creation of photos and sound recordings for later, successful identification will also be explained.

In this webinar, you will learn bird identification from a professional:

• What to look for in an unknown bird?
• What important features are there besides the plumage?
• How can I memorize bird calls?
• Why do some birds not look like they do in the field guide?
• What's what on a bird?
• Important terms in bird identification.

Who is the webinar suitable for?

For beginners and moderately advanced observers who want to learn more about identifying native birds based on plumage, vocalizations, habitat, and behavior.

Our Speaker

Leander Khil is an ornithologist and nature photographer. A passionate birdwatcher since childhood, he writes books and articles about birds and their identification, films TV documentaries about birds, and presents ornithological topics to a broad audience in many lectures. With more than 10 years of experience as a birding guide, he is well aware of the difficulties beginners face in bird identification and patiently explains the subtleties in distinguishing similar species.

More about the speaker: www.leanderkhil.com