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56 - Are You Speaking Birding Yet?
56 - Are You Speaking Birding Yet?
Ever get lost in bird chat lingo? Wonder what a “REVI” or “sparkbird” is? This episode is all about demystifying birding terms for newcomers and helping seasoned birders refresh their vocabulary. From bird codes to quirky nicknames, we’re covering it all.
Bird Codes and What They Mean
I break down the American Birding Association’s bird code system—how four-letter codes are built from bird names, how to read them, and what to do when the rules don’t quite apply. It’s a simple trick that unlocks a ton of community conversation.
Why Birds Are Being Renamed…
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