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Vicki Armstrong

Vicki Armstrong

Writer

Vicki Armstrong is a Colorado-based nature writer and recreational photographer with eight years of birdwatching experience on local trails and across the western United States. Vicki researches smart bird feeders, binoculars, and birding accessories, focusing on features that help people observe and document birds. Vicki also writes regional identification guides that explain field marks, habitat, seasonal occurrence, and commonly confused species.

10 articles
What to Wear Bird Watching
November 3, 2026

What to Wear Bird Watching

Muted colors, quiet fabrics, layers, the right boots and hat, bug and sun cover, and blaze orange in hunting season.

Nikon Trailblazer 8x25mm ATB Binoculars - Compact, Waterproof & Fogproof, Bright Multilayer-Coated Optics, Roof Prism - All-Terrain Outdoor Wildlife Viewing & Birdwatching Binoculars (8217)
November 2, 2026

Best Compact Binoculars for Birding

Nine compact and pocket binoculars compared on field of view, eye relief, close focus, weight, and weather sealing, with what…

Backyard Birds of the Midwest
October 29, 2026

Backyard Birds of the Midwest

Identify backyard birds of the Midwest by group, with FeederWatch counts for eight states showing which birds are everywhere and…

NETVUE by Birdfy Smart Bird Feeder with Camera for Outdoor, Solar Powered
October 27, 2026

Birdfy Bird Feeder Camera Review

A research-based review of the NETVUE by Birdfy AI camera feeder: camera, night vision, solar charging, Wi-Fi, the AI plan…

Vortex Diamondback HD 8x42 Binoculars
October 27, 2026

Best Binoculars for Bird Watching

Ten birding binoculars compared on field of view, close focus, eye relief, and weight, with advice on choosing 8x or…

Vortex Diamondback HD 8x42 Binoculars
October 27, 2026

Bird Watching Gifts

Eight bird watching gifts matched to the person, from binoculars and a spotting scope to feeders, a bird bath, and…