birder

noun

bird·​er ˈbər-dər 

1

: a person who observes or identifies wild birds in their habitats

2

: a catcher or hunter of birds especially for market

Examples of birder in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For example, there are almost 100 million American birders – 37% of the adult population – according to the Birding in the United States: A Demographic and Economic Analysis report, published by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in 2024. —Grrlscientist, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025

Even as a non-birdwatcher, observing the birds and serious birders was a delightful way to spend an afternoon. —Mariah Tyler, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2025

On March 1 and 2, birders and beginners alike can attend the festival for free. —San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2025

Roughly 95% of those birders do so from the comfort of their own backyards. —Karissa Waddick, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for birder

• girder
• murder