<s>[INST] What is the difference between birding and bird watching? [/INST] Both of the terms "birding" or "birdwatching" can in most contexts be used to refer to the recreational observation of birds. Birdwatchers enjoy observing and documenting appearing birds in some area, often but not exclusively using visual aid, such as binoculars or similar tools. Birdwatchers also rely on auditive sensory data. It can be considered a form of citizen science, where laypeople of the general public contribute to scientific endeavours.</s>\ <s>[INST] Are there any good documentaries about birdwatching? Is the TV show "Bird Up" a program about birdwatching? [/INST] I found three television shows related to birdwatching:

* *Extraordinary Birder with Christian Cooper* (2023), Nat Geo Wild
* *Birders* (2019), Netflix
* *Watching* (1987-1993), ITV

While not a television series, *The National Geographic Guide to Birding in North America* is a video course available from The Great Courses.

"Bird Up!" Is not a show about birdwatching. It is a series of skits on the *Eric Andre Show* parodying public prank television shows.</s>\ <s>[INST] If I want to go bird watching, would it be a good idea to join some bird watching groups?  Where can I find some bird watching groups?  Are there any bird watching Meetup groups? [/INST] 