Bird flying over US wetlands

Discover Birds Across the United States

Explore hotspots, plan your next field trip, and learn from expert birders. From coasts to canyons, BirdWatch USA guides your journey.

Top US Hotspots

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Everglades National Park heron

Everglades, Florida

Wading birds, raptors, and shorebirds thrive in this subtropical wilderness.

Bosque del Apache snow geese

Bosque del Apache, New Mexico

Iconic winter spectacle of Sandhill Cranes and Snow Geese.

Point Reyes coastal habitat

Point Reyes, California

Coastal headlands, grasslands, and forests with diverse migrants.

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Binocular basics, field etiquette, and identification tips—everything you need to begin birdwatching with confidence.

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  • Regional migration calendars and hotspot maps
  • Ethical birding guidelines to protect habitats and wildlife
Birder looking through binoculars

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