The Audubon Bird Caller - a cool gadget to help with your birdwatching!

Neil Hermes shares a cool gadget for bird watching called an “Audubon Bird Caller”. The Audubon Bird Caller is a must-have for any birdwatcher.

It is an American invention created by famous American Birdwatcher Roger Eddy in 1947.

It’s a great little gadget that consists of a birchwood roller and zinc plug. When twisted, this remarkable birchwood and metal instrument makes a variety of sounds similar to wild birds. It can help with your bird watching by encouraging your feathered friends to come a little closer to investigate.

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Neil Hermes is an ornithologist, author, broadcaster, and tour guide based in Australia’s national capital. His work is sharing his knowledge and love of birds and Canberra with others. Neil has written many books on birds, endangered species, and ecotourism. He has led birdwatching safaris and tours around Canberra, throughout Australia, and abroad. He continues to create and share helpful content on topics including birds, wildlife, and tourism.

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The Audubon Bird Caller – a cool gadget to help with your birdwatching!