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

However, for birders like Annyta Vizard, who spent years organizing bird walks at White Farm, the property means more than just agriculture. — Tran Chau, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2026

After two weeks, the zoo called off its rescue efforts, and the city (and some birders) cheered for the bird hero that overcame the odds. — Emma Gometz, Scientific American, 7 Aug. 2026

According to the boaters and birders on the bay, the bird appeared friendly, jumping from boat to boat, and landing at various points along the shoreline. — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 6 Aug. 2026

The birders visit Flaco faithfully, delight in antics, but can’t help but worry about what comes next. — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 30 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for birder

• girder
• murder