1 big thing Ed Yong: Birding for a fulfilled life
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May 23, 2024 
Pulitzer-prize winning science writer Ed Yong shares how birdwatching transformed his life post-COVID. Discussion on the joy and conservation of birding, including tips for beginners and mental health benefits. Also, learn about efforts to save Hawaii's bird populations.
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Ed Yong's Birding Transformation
- Ed Yong, a science writer, transformed from a non-birder to an avid birder in just eight months.
- He now goes birding almost every day, sometimes for several hours.
Urban Birding
- Birding can be enjoyed in unexpected locations, like industrial areas and sewage treatment plants.
- Nature exists everywhere, not just in pristine wilderness.
Birding with eBird
- Ed Yong uses eBird to plan his birding trips, finding hotspots and targeting specific species.
- He values both active searching and meditative stillness while birding.