Bird Watching
Puffins, because of their large colorful beaks and comical looks, are probably the most easily recognized and most popular Alaska seabirds
Watchers of Feathers Flock to Anchorage
Surrounded by wilderness, Anchorage offers a world of opportunity for viewing birds in their ecological setting. Here more than 150 species of birds have been spotted at some time - enough action for even the most discriminating birder.
For more information on bird watching see the links below.
Central Peninsula Birding Hotline Number: (907) 262-2300
Sponsored by the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge
Bird Watching Checklist
The great thing about birding is that you can do it wherever you go. It’s as simple as watching birds while you’re talking to a friend or you can vigorously pursue it like the serious birders. However you go about the sport, there are a few basics you will need:
- Good optics make the sport even more enjoyable. Buy the best you can afford.
- Get a good field guide for your area and a good overall guide, such as “The Sibley Guide to Birds” or “Peterson Field Guide.”
- Learn how to find the birds by learning about their habitat and songs.
- Take a guided tour or join other birders to learn different techniques.
- Keep a diary of sightings to build upon and to help clarify other sightings.
