Posted by: Sandy Steinman | July 10, 2026

Why birdwatching has become a favourite pastime for Gen Z

The Week reported

Birdwatching is the fastest-growing outdoor hobby for Gen Z, according to a study commissioned by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds.

The research found a 47% increase in birdwatching across all ages since 2018, but a 1,088% surge among those aged 18 to 24, suggesting around 750,000 Gen Zers are budding ornithologists.

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