Many people consider it quite a challenge to be able to identify the different species.
California, with more than 450 species of birds, is a wonderful place for this sport. All that is needed for birdwatching is a pair of binoculars and a guidebook to the different species. Often, birdwatchers make a list of the ones they see on their trips. Many birdwatchers keep a life list, a record of all the different birds they have identified over the years. Among birdwatchers, a life list of over 300 species is considered a great accomplishment.