Gift Ideas for Backyard Birdwatchers

In this highly unusual year, backyard birdwatching was a positive highlight for many people who faced quarantine, working from home, and forgoing familiar social activities. Discovery of wildlife at home has recruited many into the fantastic hobby of birdwatching and lots of folks who were already turned on to birds got to know their neighborhood and back yard birds more intimately. Here are some fun gift ideas for backyard birdwatchers.

Funny I Put Out for Birds T-Shirt

Found on Zazzle – See more in Retired: I Put Out For Birds (boy)

This is a cheeky design that uses a vintage-style illustration of a young boy feeding some wild birds. The text uses an old-school font to say "I Put Out For Birds". 

Shown here on a unisex Ringer T-Shirt, this "I Put Out For Birds" design with muted warm colors looks great on white or light apparel styles. 

I Love My Backyard Birds Mug

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A flock of common North American birds comes together in this design made for backyard birders. Species include Blue Jay, Red-winged Blackbird, Indigo Bunting, Black-capped or Carolina Chickadee, and American Robin. These familiar birds often visit feeding stations or residential areas.

Get this unique "I Love My Backyard Birds" design on a "combo" mug as shown, or pick from other drinkware options, including beer steins and frosted glass mugs.

Simple Birdhouses Embroidered Hoodie Sweater

Found on Zazzle – See more in Embroidered Back Yard Birder Gifts

If providing housing for your feathered friends is part of your backyard birding enjoyment, a hoodie with embroidered birdhouses is a fun choice. This cute hoodie is great to wear as you monitor breeding success or watch the comings and goings of birdhouse residents. 

Shown here on a brown unisex hoodie, you can get this embroidered birdhouse design on a variety of other apparel colors or styles.

Funny Anti-Squirrel Hat for Bird Lovers

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Eastern Grey Squirrels are known to be cute, voracious, and, sometimes, bird feeder pests. This funny design features a fluffy squirrel sitting within a "no" symbol of a red circle with a diagonal cross line. The graphic image is a simple message for bird lovers -- squirrels are not welcome! If you know someone who struggles to keep squirrels off of their bird feeders, this would make a funny gift.

Get this funny design on a trucker hat as shown here or find "Anti-Squirrel" on t-shirts, mugs, stickers, and more.

Raise a Glass to Tits: A Hilarious Bird-Lover's Wine Glass

Bird enthusiasts and pun lovers, rejoice! This clever wine glass brings humor and ornithology together in the most delightful way. Featuring the cheeky phrase "Nice Tits!" along with illustrations of beloved tit species like the Blue Tit, Great Tit, Crested Tit, Marsh Tit, and Long-Tailed Tit, this...

For Birders Who Are Literally and Figuratively Fly

Birders know the truth: birds aren’t just fascinating—they’re flat-out cool. And no bird brings the attitude like the American Kestrel, the feisty little falcon with bold colors, fierce vibes, and a hunting style that’s all flex. This “So...

Birder & Video Gamer? Check out Alba, and Our Fun Spoof T-Shirt

Have you heard of Alba, the wildlife adventure game you can play online? Players use a guide book to identify birds and animals, and keep track of all they have observed. The focus is on both exploration and conservation. The game is currently available to play on...

BI:RD O'CLOCK Decorative License Plate

Let the world know that birding is more than just a hobby — it’s your lifestyle. This decorative aluminum license plate proudly proclaims your passion for avian adventures with the clever phrase BI:RD O’CLOCK printed in clean, bold text on a sleek...