Scopes and Binoculars

Hi Jenny, Scopes and binoculars tend to be a personal matter and then of course there is your budget, I highly recommend trying out binoculars as what is right for one person may not work for another. The best way to do this is go to a shop that carries a good range and is … Read more

scam

BA Please note that I just received this email, see below, an obvious scam. It was addressed through Birding-aus as shown. Did anyone else get one? Greg Little birding-aus-bounces@lists.vicnet.net.au; on behalf of; W U M T [carelupe@espol.edu.ec] Dear Customer, The first $5,000.00 was sent today. My working partner has helped me to send the first … Read more

Scopes and Binoculars

Hi List, I am relatively new to birding [I have been interested for many years but my kids are now old enough that I can pursue it a bit more easily!] & have been hoping Santa [Aka husband] will give me a scope for Christmas. What brand would you recommend and is there a good … Read more

B&H Photo Video no longer shipping Biins

Dear B-A, I have just had a look binocular prices at B&H’s web site. Every pair of bins I checked (even low end Barska and Kenko models) had a note saying that they can not be shipped outside the USA. Strangely enough, spotting scopes are can still be shipped. Anyone who is thinking of buying … Read more

Gluepot’s ‘big 5’ in 5 hours!

Hi all, I spent an enjoyable morning birding at Gluepot the other day. As reported earlier, Scarlet-chested Parrots have finally left their breeding area but the good news is that they have been relocated within the reserve. I got some excellent photos this time! I was also fortunate enough to come across a Malleefowl, which … Read more