I am especially interested in identifying birds, but also also wildflowers and butterflies and moths . I am a beginner, but have admired birders since my mid-thirties. Now that I have retired from academia, I have time to learn! I bring to the table patience and a willingness to do research before i make comparisons— oh, and a love for nature walks and hikes. Many thanks in advance for confirming my initial IDs or correcting me when i make beginner’s mistakes,