Birdwatching Drives the Economy and Conservation

Birdwatching Drives the Economy and Conservation Kathy Wine 4:00

In 2022, birders spent over $107 billion on birdwatching, including $14 billion on trips and $93 billion on equipment. This activity supported 1.4 million jobs and generated $90 billion in labor income.

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