21 Best Gifts for Bird Lovers in 2023

Apr 22, 2024

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Fly through your gift shopping with mugs, pillows, and books for the bird lover.

For as many different types of birds as there are in the sky (or land, or water), there are an equal number of different types of people who love them. Gifts for bird lovers not only honor their feathered friends but keep the person in mind, too.

There are activists who dedicate their time and energy to conserving bird habitats; hobbyists who spend their weekends birdwatching and chronicling their finds; appreciators who welcome birds into their yards with houses, baths, and feeders. There are those who invite birds into their lives as pets. And, of course, people who simply love the bright colors, songs, and quirky habits of all the different feathered animals.

Regardless of what type of bird lover you have in your life, one thing’s for sure: Birds of a feather flock together, and we have all the best gifts for bird lovers compiled in one list. So, for your friend with the backyard chickens? We have a gift for them. For your dad who loves telling you about the rare bird he spotted on his walk? He’ll love the binoculars we found. And for the child who keeps asking for a pet parakeet? Well, we don’t have the parakeet, but we have a few options that will satiate their bird-loving palate.

So go ahead and get shopping—you’ll find the best bird gifts around right here. And if you have more aficionados on your list, check out gifts for the plant lover, gifts for the animal lover, and gifts for the tea lover in your life, too.

Help put a smile on the bird-lover’s face first thing in the morning (even before they take a sip of coffee!) with this off-color (but also educational) fowl language mug. Each feathered fowl featured is, in fact, a real species of bird, all with slightly humorous names. Titmouse, anyone?

Did you know that in addition to birthstones and birth flowers, every month has its own special birth bird? Well, if the bird lover in your life also happens to be crafty, surprise them with the punch needle pillow kit from Lauren Sadler that comes in 12 different bird options—one for each month. That means if your bestie was born in February, they’ll receive the parrot kit; but if they’re a November baby? Well, they’ll be making a rooster, instead.

For anyone who simply loves all the colors, sizes, and different types of plumage within the bird world, the book, Homage to the Bird, is the perfect gift. This hardcover coffee table book features bird portraits from artist and photographer Greg Oakley. With 240 pages filled with incredible art, the bird lover will enjoy flipping through and taking in the vast distinctions between species in the bird kingdom.

Help fuel your fowl friend’s birdwatching hobby with the gift of the Celestron Nature DX Binoculars. These lightweight and high-quality binoculars are perfect for spotting that eagle’s nest way up in the trees.

Let your favorite, bird-loving neighbor know that you appreciate their hospitality with this simple and attractive doormat from Fab Habitat. It’s a subtle nod to their feathered friends that any low-key aficionado will love.

What’s the word to describe a group of three crows? A murder. So, this humorous mug depicting only two crows is clearly an “attempted murder.” Of course, this is a joke you won’t have to explain to your bird-loving friend.

For the days when Mother Nature interferes with bird-watching nature walks, keep your friend focused on their favorite fowls with a colorful puzzle from Mudpuppy. With just 100 pieces, it shouldn’t be too hard to complete, and the end result offers a wide array of beautiful birds to admire.

For the bird lover who loves to journal (whether it’s intimate details of their life, or simply chronicling the birds they see on their walks), this simple and beautiful notebook with a bird motif on the cover is the perfect gift.

Help your friend bring even more birds to the yard with a colorful birdhouse from Advantecca. With a cozy cottage this cute, what bird could pass up the free housing?

For the bird-lover who wears glasses (and bonus points if they like to read, too), this owl eyeglasses holder is about as cute a gift as you can give. Not only does it stick to the bird motif theme, but it also offers a nod to the wisdom of owls... and the wisdom of the person whose glasses it guards.

You’ve certainly seen yards adorned with plastic flamingos... and as cute as those are, they’re not for everyone. These Flamingo Garden Bird Planters give a nod to the tackier yard decoration while helping your bird-loving friend keep things a little classier.

For a trendier piece of bird jewelry that's sure to be a favorite for the teen in your life, the Air & Anchor Free Bird Necklace Set couldn’t be cuter. While the necklace comes with a beaded chain and two charms that hook onto the charm-holding loop, the best part is that charms can easily be added, removed, or exchanged to keep this piece forever fashion-forward.

Some people like birds, and other people are fascinated by them. If your friend falls into the latter category, help them beef up their bird knowledge with one (or several) of Marc Parnell’s The Birding Pro’s Field Guides. Each guide focuses on a particular state or city’s frequent flyers, so you can choose a broader guide, like the Birds of Texas, or you can dial things in even further and grab the Birds of Greater Dallas to give to your bird-loving friend.

If you have a budding bird-lover of the tween variety in your life, help them learn about the importance of protecting migratory birds with this craft kit from Alltruists. The kit includes tools and instructions to make a homemade bird house along with tips on sounding bird calls, and other educational materials. And with every box sold, Alltruists donates $2.50 to International Bird Rescue.

For the young’un who’s always admiring the robins, blue jays, and cardinals flapping around the yard, help them recreate the birds they see with this fun bird crayons set. Each set comes with nine bird- and birdhouse-shaped crayons in colors perfect for drawing peacocks, parrots, and even simple sparrows.

Instead of folding up a paper origami crane, give your mom, sister, or bestie a more permanent rendition of the bird-inspired craft with this origami paper crane necklace. The delicate and dainty silver bird is a lot stronger (and more beautiful) than the traditional version.

This hummingbird windchime is the perfect gift for the person who loves to sit outside on the porch all day. Whether there are birds singing or not, a gentle breeze will keep the music going, thanks to the delicate hummingbird chime.

For the person who wants to attract hummingbirds to the yard, not just any bird feeder will do. They need to have a special carafe for providing hummingbird nectar. This option sold by Solanabird is every bit as beautiful as the tiny birds it aims to attract.

What chicken-lover wouldn’t get a kick out of this tongue-in-cheek cell phone case touting “Zero Clucks Given?” Whether they own chickens or simply like them, it’s sure to be a hit.

Grace the patriotic bird-lover whose favorite fowl is the nation’s “mascot” with the Eagle in Flight ornament from Old World Christmas. It makes a beautiful addition to any holiday tree but can be displayed year-round on any indoor or outdoor potted plant.

Laura Williams, MS, ACSM EP-C, is a certified exercise physiologist through the American College of Sports Medicine who holds undergraduate and master's degrees in exercise and sport science. She also holds certifications in behavioral change, fitness nutrition, sports conditioning, and youth fitness. She authored the internationally-published book, "Partner Workouts" in 2016, and her bylines have appeared in national print and online publications including Men's Health, Reader's Digest, Runner's World, Healthline, Verywell Fit, Thrillist, The Healthy, and Men's Journal. After years of engaging in more traditional workouts, in 2018, after being unexpectedly widowed at the age of 36, she turned to surfing, beach walking, and horseback riding to help in her healing process.

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