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what do the numbers mean on a pair of binoculars: close up on specs

What do the numbers mean on a pair of binoculars? We focus in

By Alex Foxfield last updated

We take the objective view on what the numbers mean on a pair of binoculars and consider the implications when choosing the best bins

Binoculars
binoculars vs monocular: Alex with binoculars

Binoculars vs monocular – which are the optimum optics

By Julia Clarke last updated

We take the wide view on the battle of binoculars vs monocular to see which is best for activities like hiking and bird watching

Binoculars
how to bird watch: man birdwatching

How to bird watch: our beginner's guide

By Julia Clarke last updated

Our first-timer's guide on how to bird watch covers the surprising benefits of bird watching, the optimum times to do it and what you’ll need to get going

Nature & Wildlife
Person's hands holding binoculars

Huge crowd of 50 birdwatchers shamed for terrorizing tiny, rare warbler

By Cat Ellis published

Wildlife charities and other birders have criticized the lack of respect for the bird and its welfare

Nature & Wildlife