One common misconception about bird watching is that it requires expensive equipment such as high-end binoculars or cameras. In reality, all you need to start birding is the willingness to observe birds around you. Another misconception is that one needs to travel far to remote locations for good birding experiences. Birds can be found everywhere - even in urban settings - making it accessible for anyone interested in observing them. Lastly, there's a belief that one must know every species of birds to be considered a birder when in fact enjoying the experience of observing birds without knowing their names is perfectly valid.