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25 Best Gifts for Bird Lovers

Especially if they love watching their winged friends from the backyard.

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For someone who loves birds, there's no better (or more relaxing) pastime than just watching their winged friends fly around. They'll spend hours observing them in a park or their backyards. But besides for maybe a good pair of binoculars, it seems the sport doesn't really require all that much — so what do you get for a birder or someone who just loves birds as a memorable gift?

From cool gadgets to help make their birdwatching experience better to books filled with information they don't know yet, you'll find the best gifts for bird lovers below. When using this guide, think about what kind of birds they like the most — hummingbirds, for instance — how they like to express their interest — through cute decor or photographing them — and what they actually need to make their passion more fun or enjoyable.

Some of these ideas will also make great presents for say, people who like to garden, or just your mom or grandma who prefers spending times outdoors.

For Birdwatching

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Hummingbird Feeder Hat

Hummingbird Feeder Hat

This will definitely take their birdwatching experience to the next level. The brand says that the 10-inch feeder can also be used as a handheld version. It'll definitely be their most unique gift.

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Phone Camera Lens

Phone Camera Lens

They'll get 11 different attachments to use with their phone to make photographing birds so much better. One reviewer noted that the telephoto lens "is great for bringing them [birds] into focus" when you're snapping away.

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Outdoor Vest with Pockets

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Outdoor Vest with Pockets

There aren't specific clothes to wear when you're photographing birds, but having a vest that can hold your binoculars, phone, camera and other essentials while you're out and about, especially on a trail, is great.

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Cooling Bucket Hat

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Cooling Bucket Hat

Help them beat the heat when they're outside with this bestselling bucket hat. Once they drench it in water, the brand says it will keep them cool for up to two hours. There's also a towel option.

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Binoculars

Amazon’s Choice
Binoculars

Binoculars can get pricey, but this pair is affordable and has really high reviews from customers as they offer 10 magnifications. "I purchased these because they were lightweight. They turned out to be really easy to use and I was able to see everything I focused on," one reviewer wrote.

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Audubon Bird Call

Audubon Bird Call
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Bring the birds to them with this traditional bird call, made of birch wood and zinc. "This brings back memories, design hasn't changed at all. Works every bit as good now as the one I had 50 years ago," one Amazon reviewer wrote.

Books

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Birding Basics

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Great for beginners, this book will teach them everything they need to become an expert bird watcher. It doesn't hurt that it comes filled with beautiful photos of birds in the wild.

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What It's Like to Be a Bird

Best Seller
What It's Like to Be a Bird

Help them think about birds in a new way with this book, which explores what birds are doing when we see them and why. It mostly discusses backyard birds and their habits, which makes it even more enjoyable.

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Bird Conversation Starters

Amazon’s Choice
Bird Conversation Starters
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Bring their love of birds inside with this fun trivia game. It comes with over 100 questions to test their knowledge solo or together with friends.

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The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America

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If they love birds and a good laugh, this field guide could be the perfect gift. Filled with sarcastic ink drawings, critics say it'll make them laugh out loud.

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Better Living Through Birding

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Perfect for the birder who also loves to curl up with a good read, this memoir by Christian Cooper is just the ticket. It recounts his birdwatching experiences, including the infamous one that happened in Central Park in 2020.

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Large Print Birds Coloring Book

Large Print Birds Coloring Book
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If they just love birds but aren't big on birdwatching, this is still a great gift because not only can they enjoy the illustrations, they'll also unwind by coloring.

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For the Yard

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A smart bird feeder can help them see everything that's happening when they aren't home. Yes, it's great for watching all the birds that come and go, but it's also a clever place to put their security camera for safety.

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Bird Brew Seed Feeder

Bird Brew Seed Feeder

They'll get four "bottles" in a pack, each of which are made from "proso millet, sunflower seeds, chopped corn and edible glue," according to the brand.

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Clear Window Bird Feeder

Clear Window Bird Feeder

They can watch birds right from their window with this clear feeder, which makes it great for apartment living. But even if they don't live in an apartment, it's a great gift, especially if they have a squirrel problem.

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Solar Bird Feeder

Amazon’s Choice
Solar Bird Feeder
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This feeder specifically targets cardinals, according to the brand, but we're sure they'll see all types of birds with it. What's unique about this one is the fact that it lights up at night after it's charged in the sun all day.

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Metal Wind Spinner

Metal Wind Spinner

Some cultures believe that hummingbirds bring messages to people about love and hope, which makes this already beautiful wind spinner an even more special gift.

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Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com. 

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