Start Christmas Shopping Now For The Hummingbird Lover in Your Life. Find Hummingbird Gifts of Jewelry, Hummingbird Figurines, Books, Audio Tapes, Feeders and More at This New Website.
September 13, 2011
(PRWEB) September 3, 2004
Are you searching for that special hummingbird gift for this holiday season? Well, you are not alone.
Christmas is just around the corner and more people are shopping online than ever before. Marketing specialists are reporting that specialty gifts for hobbyist and collectible hunters are one of the most searched upon gift selections.
Now, a new website has come online to offer specialty hummingbird gifts and figurines just in time for the upcoming Christmas holiday. At http://www.ilovehummingbirds.com/hummingbird-gifts.htm, there is a wide selection of hummingbird figurines, hummingbird collectibles, hummingbird books, hummingbird pictures, hummingbird jewelry, and even a hummingbird poem or two plus much more in the way of hummingbirds.
This informative and friendly website is sure to prove to be the new place to shop for hummingbird gifts for your hummingbird lover.
For additional information, visit, http://www.ilovehummingbirds.com/hummingbird-gifts.htm
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Attract Fine Feathered Friends with Bird Accessories from WatchTheBirdees.com
September 13, 2011
Hummelstown, PA (PRWEB) August 08, 2011
Web entrepreneur Samuel MacElwee is pleased to debut his bird-centric business, http://www.WatchTheBirdees.com. The site, launched in July 2011, boasts a comprehensive collection of bird feeders, bird houses, bird baths and more.
?We offer basically everything you?d need for helping out our fine feathered friends,? said MacElwee.
The site has all the elements needed to attract birds to a garden or lawn. Start in the bird feeders category to find the house that suits its surroundings. There are metal roof houses that can be mounted to the side of a shed or a tree, as well as whimsical hanging bird houses painted with Gold Finches, Cardinals, Hummingbirds and other songbirds. Scatter bird feeders around a yard or back porch to bring birds with breathtaking plumage close by. Many of the models, like the Super Cling-A-Wing, have been designed to keep squirrels out, as well as protect bird seed from the elements.
Bird baths are a particularly good purchase for gardeners. These elegant pieces, like the cobalt blue glass bowl bath or red glossy enamel bird bath, not only keep birds cool, but also add a water feature and architectural element to a yard. To maintain feeders, bird houses, and bird baths, pick up some animal-friendly cleaners from the accessories category.
?We will continue to add new products to our site to stay up-to-date with the latest trends,? said MacElwee. ?In fact, I plan to add a line of binoculars for bird watching fairly soon.?
WatchTheBirdee.com is a customer service focused company. Each product has been screened for quality, durability, and affordability. Colorful pictures and detailed descriptions alongside each product help shoppers make an informed purchase. Customer feedback is always welcome. Questions and comments are responded to promptly by a friendly, knowledgeable staff member.
For additional information about featured bird products, please visit the site?s brand new blog, http://www.TheMollyMayBlog.com. MacElwee uses the interactive platform to post pictures of local and exotic birds, as well as bird watching tips.
About the Company:
WatchTheBirdees.com ? a division of The Molly May Company ? is owned and operated by web entrepreneur Samuel MacElwee.
Samuel MacElwee
http://www.WatchTheBirdees.com
(717) 566-0759
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Must Have Equipment For Bird Watching
September 7, 2011
Bird watching is a very popular hobby next to gardening. Given that these creatures come in all sorts of colors, shapes and sizes, how can we not watch and enjoy them? All you need is a book and a good pair of binoculars for bird watching.
The challenging part about bird watching is the fact that this requires a lot of patience and practice. But once you get the idea, you are able to improve your style and in no time be addicted to this hobby.
But why do you need a pair of binoculars? Simply because you cannot get too close to the birds on your own. Otherwise, you will just scare them and they will fly away.
A good pair will allow you to see them up close while those that are of poor quality will not really make you enjoy what you are looking at. When you are looking for a good pair to buy, go for something branded and although this may seem expensive, just consider it as a long term investment.
One thing you have to be sure of this that the magnification of the binoculars should at least have 7x power. What this means in simple English is that you can see it 7 times closer than they actually are. There are other brands that can do 8x and 10x but some find it difficult to hold it steady.
You will notice that there is a second number after the x that could be 35 or 40. This describes the diameter in millimeters how large the lens is when it is faced with the object of interest.
The rule of thumb here is that the higher the figure is, the greater the amount of light will enter through the binoculars making the image clear and not blurred.
You must never ever buy compact or pocket sizes binoculars even if they say it is 8 x 21 or 10 x 21. This is because they only have a narrow field of view so it is hard to keep track of the bird when they take flight.
Once you have found the right binoculars for bird watching, it is time to get a book that shows a description and information about the bird. You have to remember that not all birds are found in the same area and when you have an idea of what you are looking for it will be very easy for you to narrow your search.
With the two things in hand, you can already go off bird watching. Some people start by looking out the windows of their homes and then going to the zoo before venturing off into the park.
It will also be a good idea to join a bird watching club as they organize field trips out of town and go into the forests which allows you to get up close and personal with these creatures in their own natural habitat.
If only humans could zoom in on an image like the eagle, we wouldn’t need to bring a pair of binoculars for bird watching around. But since we don’t, we need something to help us out. Remember, you don’t always have to buy the most expensive one around because patience and skill are essential when you are out there trying to spot them amongst the trees
Beginner Bird Watching
September 7, 2011
This article gives some tips for beginners in bird watching. Your garden or local park may be a good place to start. If watching birds in your garden, bird tables, bird baths, and having a bird feed can all attract them in. Remember though that cats are a threat to birds, and will deter them from your garden. I would recommend having a good bird identification guide (often called a field guide), and if you are out looking at birds from a distance, a decent pair of small, light and waterproof binoculars. Binoculars can be expensive, but I use a cheaper pair I got second hand. Always be wearing the binoculars, with the strap short so it isn’t hung low down to your stomach. You may need them at a moments notice, and not have time to get them out the case, or even look away. When watching birds in wider surroundings, many bird watchers also take a telescope, but I suggest this is beyond the remit of a beginner. If you do take a telescope, you will ideally also have a strong tripod.
Try not to wear bright clothes, or clothes that make loud scrunching noises when you move. Turn your phone to silent, keep your voice down, and try not to point or move around too much. You want to blend into the background as much as possible. Imagine you’re hunting. Some bird watching venues have hides you can use. The more invisible you are, the better bird watching experience you will have, as disturbing the birds just causes them to leave. You will be fairly still for a long time, so wear something warm. If your going out in the woods, wear boots and maybe leech socks to keep insects away. Maybe take something dry to sit on, and a flask of hot drink. Wearing a dark coloured hat isn’t just good for keeping warm, it can help camouflage you.
When a bird of interest comes along, don’t worry about trying to identify it straight away in the bird identification guide. By the time you look up for a second glance at the bird, it may have flown away. Remember, bird watching is about watching birds. Keep your eyes on the bird. Notice its feathers, patterns, behaviour, and just enjoy the beauty of the animal. Listen to its song, and try to work out what it’s doing. Once it’s flown off, then you can refer to a bird identification guide and take down any notes or sketches. Always make a note of the date, time, and weather conditions as this can also help identify the bird.
When listening to the birds song, look closely at its beak to ensure it isn’t coming from another bird. CD’s and DVD’s are available that can help you learn which song belongs to which type of bird. Notice how it flies, eats, walks or jumps. Consider the habitat and time of year.
As you get more experienced, you will become accustomed to all this, and will start to notice the finer details. Exactly what type of bill the bird has. The feathers around the eyes. The length of its tail. Estimating size, relative to other breeds. How it behaves with regard to other birds nearby.
You may consider membership to a local bird watching group, or subscription to a bird watching magazine. There is also much information available on-line. But as a beginner, the only thing to really focus on is enjoying the experience, the fascination of watching birds in the wild, and to just get a general idea of what to look out for. As you get more experienced, everything else will come naturally, and hopefully the joy of bird watching will never diminish.
Celestron 52250 80mm Ultima Zoom Spotting Scope
September 7, 2011
The Ultima 80 features a sleek, waterproof design and includes a padded soft case with zippers on both ends so the scope can be protected even while mounted on a tripod. Including the eyepiece the Ultima 80 measures just over 18 inches long and weighs about 3.6 pounds. The rubber eyecup can be removed to expose a standard “T-thread” for attaching a camera. I like the 45* angled eyepiece because I can use a shorter tripod to support the spotting scope while viewing or while taking pictures with a small camera attached to the eyepiece.
Celestron 52250 80mm Ultima Zoom Spotting Scope *As Low As $139.99*
The focus ranges from 27 feet to the horizon with just a few turns of the focus knob. When I fold down the rubber eye cup I can keep my glasses on and see the whole 2 degree field of view at 20X magnification. With my glasses on I need very little focus adjustment while I crank the zoom eyepiece from 20X up to 60X. Sometimes though I like to take my glasses off while observing because the view seems to have just a little more contrast and sharpness. I like the fact that the Ultima 80 gives me a sharp image either way.
The drawback of the tradition crown and flint achromatic lens used in the Ultima 80 Zoom Spotting Scope is a bit of false color, also known as blue fringing or chromatic aberration. Blue fringing seems well controlled at 20X magnification, but it becomes increasingly noticeable as I zoom up to 60X. Celestron also offers the Ultima 80ED and the Regal 80 F-ED spotting scopes which use exotic ED glass lenses to virtually eliminate blue fringing and produce the sharpest possible high power views.
Review:
I originally bought a Raven from Eagle Optics. But I returned it. Raven was $400. It had poor eye relief and poor image quality but very good scope construction (housing, cordura case etc). I went to Cabela’s and tried the usual high-end suspects as well as Meopta, and Cabela’s ED (Big Sky?). Thought I was going to have to resign myself to spend the big bucks ‘someday’. But, I persisted and stopped by Ryder Hobby shop ‘just to check it out’. Am glad I did. The Celestron Ultima 80 gave me the ‘wow’ factor I thought I was going to see in Raven and only saw in the highest end scopes. Well made, crisp images, you cannot beat it for the price. As good if not better than the Cabela’s ($700) scope. I can recommend it. Bought it for $239. Also compared the C5 and other C90 scopes. Not nearly as good either. Would have been neat to check out the 80 ED, but they did not have it and it runs twice the price. I read all the same on-line reviews you probably have, and I can’t figure out how this one did not figure much more prominently or how the Raven got such good reviews. Raven reminds me of my old Tasco binoc’s. I’m very happy with the Celestron 80. Saw wood ducks, ring necks, Sand Hill Cranes all this evening approaching twilight with exceptional clarity. Even allows for T-ring mount for camera I read. Hope this helps. by John Meagan
Celestron 52250 80mm Ultima Zoom Spotting Scope *As Low As $139.99*
