Birdwatching changes the way you look at the world - it truly is the gateway drug to environmental awareness

More than simple pleasure and ticking a species off a list, it's a hobby that dwells on the joy of being aliveAs city dwellers head off for the summer break into the country or along the coast, their focus might be drawn to a splash of colour from a king parrot in the bush or a lone sandpiper on a deserted beach.For most, it's idle curiosity or an appreciation of nature that draws their attention.Sign up for a weekly email featuring our best reads Continue reading...