Jessica Vaughan

The Editors of BWD - BWD has been North America’s premier magazine for bird watchers since 1978. Filled with informative and fun articles about birds, birders, birding destinations, and more, BWD brings you birds in a way you’ve never seen before. Beautiful photography and fascinating articles by renowned experts will deepen your knowledge, expand your appreciation, and inspire you to look up!

Articles & Books From Jessica Vaughan

Cheat Sheet / Updated 03-31-2025
Bird watching can connect you to nature and to a community, provide adventure and a lifelong treasure hunt, take you off the beaten path, and add richness to your life. Warning: Bird watching is addictive — but in a good way! Many people enjoy feeding and watching the birds that visit their yards; others are drawn to see new species, and since there are roughly 10,000 bird species in the world, the potential for adventure is limitless!
Bird Watching For Dummies
Birds are everywhere. Why not start really watching them?Sometimes, all it takes is a “spark bird” to open the door. A bird, seen well, so unexpectedly beautiful and interesting that it cracks you wide open. Bird Watching For Dummies is a spark book, teaching you all you need to know about this fun, affordable, and accessible hobby.
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