1
: a person who observes or identifies wild birds in their habitats
2
: a catcher or hunter of birds especially for market
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As for the birders who frequent the drying beds, no reopening of the area appears to be in sight.
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Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2025
These are a great choice for the ballpark or general use, but not as good for birders and hunters.
—Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 25 June 2025
Since then, the wildlife drive has become a favorite destination for birders, nature lovers and families, attracting more than 150,000 visitors a year.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2025
Groll, who grew up in Naperville but lives in Lincoln Park now, is an avid birder in Winnemac Park.
—Sophie Levenson, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2025
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Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2025
These are a great choice for the ballpark or general use, but not as good for birders and hunters.
—Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 25 June 2025
Since then, the wildlife drive has become a favorite destination for birders, nature lovers and families, attracting more than 150,000 visitors a year.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2025
Groll, who grew up in Naperville but lives in Lincoln Park now, is an avid birder in Winnemac Park.
—Sophie Levenson, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2025
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“Birder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/birder. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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