Me: “I’m an expert at identifying birds.” Friend: “OK, what about those ones flying over there?” Me: “Yep, they're all birds. Not wrong. If you're curious about nature and want to learn more about what's flying around you, birding is a great skill and a fun hobby. When you start to take note of the birds around you, you might find yourself more perceptive of other things. Oh, Hi, bear. You might also notice sounds you previously overlooked or notice small details in your surroundings, like individual trees, insects, fruits, and flowers. You might even find yourself more in tune with the passing of the seasons. Alright, we’re promising a lot here. Birding can also be a gateway hobby (and then there was bird calling) into recognizing and appreciating a wider world that was there all along. Are you an avid birdwatcher? What’s one bird that you really want to see up-close? 🐧🐤🐦 Image: A Belted Kingfisher, a bluish gray bird with white chest, large black bill, and blue crest at Tallg...