Birds are extremely diverse and different, and the variety that is present in them is amazing. Every species of bird either distributes seeds and is a source of food for other animals, or they clean up after other animals. Then there are the majestic birds of prey that do their job in keeping everything in balance.

Many people study and watch birds as their goal in life, while some have made it a hobby ; some travel thousands of miles and others are happy to study the birds in their backyards. Some rules need to be followed by the beginners.

Don't disturb the birds you are observing. Never play with a nest with eggs or chicks in it, as it is likely that the parents will abandon them when they realize that the nest has been tampered with. Respect the birds and their space.

You need things like a good bird guide whether you have just started or if you're into bird watching for long. Depending on where you live, there will be many guides to choose from.

One other thing that you will need is a good pair of binoculars. This is a very important piece of gear if you are serious about birding, because a cheap pair of binoculars is not going to get you very far.

Get yourself something that is of a good quality and a brand name, because if you don't, the whole thing will lose its purpose when you see a bird in the distance that looks great, but you cannot identify it because all you can see through your cheap binoculars is a ball of puff. Thus, spending some extra money on a pair of good binoculars is always better.

Do some research and find out what kind of birds are present in your area before you try to identify them. Find out what you can expect, and that will make it easier for you to identify the bird when you see it.

Other suggestions are to join a group of birders, as these people would be more than willing to help you and give you tips such as where to find the birds.