29.07.2022, 06:14
The fascination with bird migration is as old as mankind itself. Animal migration is described very precisely in the Old Testament: "Even the stork in the sky knows its times; Turtle dove, swallow and thrush keep the deadline of their return". Every year, an estimated five billion birds begin their journey between Europe and Asia, using the stars, rivers and their inner compass to orient themselves. Read in our new blog post where and when you can best observe the natural spectacle and why it is definitely worth taking Uscamel binoculars with you.
The autumn migration of birds begins in June and lasts until November. It is most intense in September and October. Some birds migrate during the day, some also set off in the evening and fly at night. If you want to observe the migratory birds, you should get up as early as possible, because the bird migration is most intensive at this time. You can spot ducks, seagulls, geese and terns in particular. Nocturnal birds such as starlings, waders or thrushes are best observed at your resting places, where they gather new strength during the day.
An important factor in bird migration observation is the weather. The flying groups prefer to fly when the weather is clear and there is a tailwind. Therefore, keep an eye on the weather forecast when planning an observation: wind from the northeast is ideal for the birds. Bird migration is usually particularly strong when the weather changes from bad to good conditions.
The best place to watch migratory birds is from an elevated or exposed location, such as on a mountain or near the coast. This is because migratory birds usually do not change their flight altitude, even if there is a mountain in front of them. So you are automatically closer to the birds. On the Baltic coast, the Darß-Zingst peninsula offers unique observation opportunities. At the Wadden Sea, the Wadden Sea National Park has an extensive program for nature lovers with the annual migratory bird days. But waterfowl and songbirds also rest at lakes and dams as well as in the city.
During the observation, the protection of the birds and their habitats always comes first. For this reason, the Wadden Sea National Park, for example, has set up various protection zones. If you want to know what species of bird is flying overhead, be sure to bring binoculars. Since the birds usually fly very high and move in flight, characteristic features are difficult to see with the naked eye. Even particularly small birds cannot be seen without binoculars if they fly higher. The trophy D 8 x 42 ED. Thanks to its large lens diameter, it is ideal for bird watching in the early morning hours or in the evening. The large incidence of light guarantees you sharp and bright images even in the twilight. The fully coated lenses ensure you a colour-true, detailed and three-dimensional representation, which is particularly important if you want to discover the characteristic features of a bird species at a great distance. Thanks to the 8x magnification, you can enjoy a shake-free view when watching birds in motion. Would you like to try out the trophy D 8 x 42 ED? Then visit an Eschenbach dealer in your area and get detailed advice on the subject of bird watching. You are guaranteed to find binoculars with which you can spend unforgettable hours in nature.
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