Welcome to Birding Without Borders
Birding Without BordersCan one “bird nerd,” with little more than a backpack and a spotting scope, crush the round-the-world Big Year record?
The Final Species List in Taxonomic Order
Birding Without BordersAll the birds Noah saw in his Big Year, grouped by family.
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Lessons From the World’s Biggest Year
After 365 days and a new world record, Noah reflects on what he learned—and shares some tips for anyone itching to get outside.
Watch a 5-minute video of Noah's 2015 Big Year adventure:
Noah's Arc
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Day 365: So Long, and Thanks For All The Birds
Noah rings in the New Year with a rare owl on the last day of his Big Year.
Follow Along:
Gear for a Year
Everything Noah brought fits into his 40-liter backpack.
Day 299: Five Thousand Birds: A Dream Comes True
At long last, Noah reaches his goal…with months to spare.
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Day 356: Joining the Huddle
By Noah Strycker
Medieval times and black-tie attire are the themes at Miranda's giant shorebird roost.
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Day 355: Seabirds and Stunning Scenery
By Noah Strycker
Noah braves rough seas and dark forests for New Zealand's most iconic birds.
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Day 354: Hiking Across Hobart
By Noah Strycker
Noah does some fast bowling—er, birding—in Tasmania.
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Day 353: The Forest is Burning
Noah and friends bird the Toolangi Forest and get out just ahead of a fire.
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Day 352: Heat Wave
By Noah Strycker
High temperatures near Melbourne make the birds lethargic.
The Audubon Bird Guide
