Birdwatching: everyone's doing it (we think)! But how exactly do you start? Is it really the cure-all to gen Z and millennial woes? BirdLife's Sean Dooley and comedian Geraldine Hickey show Guardian Australia's Matilda Boseley the ins and outs of birdwatching - just in time for the 2025 bird of the year. Presented by Matilda Boseley, Geraldine Hickey and Sean Dooley Produced by Sanjana Jose and Bertin Huynh Sound design by Daniel Semo Executive produced by Michael Kalenderian #Birdoftheyear #bir

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Birdwatching, as a recreational activity, has been around for centuries, but its exact origins are difficult to pinpoint. It likely began informally with people observing and admiring birds in their natural habitats. However, the modern practice of birdwatching, with organized clubs, field guides, and dedicated birding events emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The advent of binoculars, field guides, and an increased interest in natural history contributed to the growth of birdwat