63 Using binoculars For serious birdwatching, you will need a pair of binoculars. They should be lightweight and have good magnification together with a fairly wide field of view. Examining pellets Many of the animal remains inside bird pellets are very delicate and can be damaged when a pellet is pulled apart. By using a magnifying glass and a pair of tweezers, small bones and teeth can be separated without breaking. Magnifying glass Photography Taking pictures of wild birds – especially in flight – is difficult. Practise using your camera with garden birds before venturing further afield. A telephoto lens allows you to zoom in closer to your subject, without causing a disturbance. 200 mm tele photo lens Tripod Cameras that use high power lenses need a steady support to prevent the image blurring. A lightweight tripod is essential. It can also be used for mounting binoculars. Eyepiece lens Portable telescope Plastic tweezers are less likely to damage bones than metal ones.