The word "birdwatching" came to us from the English language. It can be translated as bird watching.
The hobby is growing in popularity at a dizzying rate: there are now dozens of apps where birdwatchers can Shazam birdsong and identify them using photos.
What are the benefits of birdwatching?
In 2022, the results of a three-year study conducted using the Urban Mind app were published.
With its help, experts studied the impact of birdwatching on people’s psychological well-being.
Researchers have been able to prove that encounters with birds and listening to their singing help improve mental health and reduce depression.
Moreover, this effect lasts for a long time.
Birdsong deserves special attention: it is not surprising that it can be heard in many relaxation apps. However, the sound created by a computer or mobile device is far from real chirping.
Being in nature itself helps restore mental balance and calms, freeing you from the noise of the city and the impact of gadgets.
When combined with the therapeutic effects of birdsong, this effect is only enhanced.
