Finding the perfect gift can be tricky, but don’t worry, we did the hard work for you. This year, get your loved one something they didn’t even know they needed! From bird themed accessories to DIY projects, we searched the web to find the best birdy gifts out there. No matter what kind of birder you’re shopping for, there is something in this gift guide that is sure to bring them a little cheer.
These mini bird wallets are perfect for holding cash, cards, or can even be used as a gift card holder.
Cognitive Surplus is a website that has tons of science themed stationery and gifts. This 18oz steel water bottle is a part of their ornithology collection and is a practical gift for bird lovers who appreciate both style and functionality.
We all know that one person who owns the funniest shirts. This pigeon t-shirt could be an amazing addition to their closet. Definitely for the bird nerd who has a sense of humor.
Crafty Birds
These DIY bird kits from Uncommon Goodsuse laser-cut cardboard pieces that simply slot together. Each model comes with its own perch and even includes a sound module that plays real bird calls.
This glass mosaic kit includes everything needed plus simple instructions and video tutorials. Choose from a variety of different birds and create your own bird decor.
ThisLEGO Icons set lets you build a striking kingfisher swooping out of the water with its catch, complete with a reed-filled base that doubles as a display stand.
The Naturah Birds Watercolor Kit is perfect for bird lovers and budding artists alike. It includes 8 beautifully illustrated bird cards, a reference card, 24 vibrant watercolor paints, a brush, mini palette, and a color-mixing chart.
Decor & Collectables
These posters from Earth, Sky + Water feature illustrated birds, fish, plants, etc. from nearly any region in the country, making them a perfect personalized addition to any home or office.
This handcrafted suncatcher would make a stunning addition to any home or garden. Easy to hang and full of vibrant colors, it’s a thoughtful gift for any bird lover.
This handcrafted leather Field Notes cover fits standard 3.5″ x 5.5″ journals and comes with one notebook included. It features an extra sleeve for cash, cards, or receipts, and can even double as a passport cover.
Choose six magnets from over 100 designs featuring original illustrations of US wild birds. These bird magnets from birdversusbird on Etsy make a fun, nature-inspired stocking stuffer or desk accessory.
Books & Games
Crawe! Corvids of the Anglo-Celtic Isles and their Folklore is a 106-page, illustrated book exploring all eight corvid species native to Britain and Ireland. Each chapter dives into their names, folklore, local legends, and ecology, accompanied by full-size and decorative illustrations that give the book a medieval bestiary feel.
Effin’ Birds is a compact, hilarious field guide featuring over 200 of the rudest birds on Earth. With more than 150 pages of classic plumage illustrations paired with delightful captions, this book brings the irreverent humor of the Webby Award–winning Instagram account to life.
The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America is a hilarious, snarky look at 50 common birds. Packed with migratory maps, birding tips, and hilarious facts about calls, markings, and behaviors, it’s as entertaining as it is educational.
Match pairs of birds in this fast-paced search-and-find game featuring 55 brightly illustrated cards with 57 different species. The instructions include three ways to play, plus fun facts and names for each bird.
Bird-Friendly Gifts
Our volunteer coordinator Caroline has one of these bird feeder saloons on display at her desk, and we knew it had to make the gift guide! Personalized options make it an extra special gift for bird lovers, gardeners, or anyone who appreciates a good a good chuckle while bird watching.
These adorable alpaca fiber-filled rattan hearts make the perfect little gift for the birds in your backyard. Each heart is filled with ethically sourced fiber from four alpacas on a farm in Pittsburgh. The owner even shares details about each alpaca’s color, so you have a sense of the fiber shades you might get in your heart.
You’ve heard of bird-friendly coffee, now the Smithsonian National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute has partnered with three chocolatiers to launch bird-friendly cocoa! Two of these chocolatiers are now offering the bars on their websites. Visit the Smithsonian National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute website to learn more.
Get an adorable seed character from Wild Birds Unlimited – there are many locations around Houston and tons of beautiful birdy gifts. The Memorial location staff graciously fill our bird feeders at Edith Moore Nature Sanctuary when they get empty! Consider supporting this wonderful business that gives back to birds.
Support the Work of Houston Audubon
Houston Audubon staff and volunteers work hard every day to protect the birds we love and their habitat. If you’d like to support our mission to advance the conservation of birds and their habitats in the Greater Houston Upper Texas Coast region, consider one of these gift options!
Treat someone (or yourself!) with a new birdy license plate. These lovely specialty plates support bird conservation by giving $22 of the annual $30 fee back to Houston Audubon – the gift that keeps on giving. Drive around town proudly sporting the Eastern Meadowlark on your license plate.
Visit the Nature Shop at Houston Audubon’s Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary in west Houston to explore our Nature Shop! We have a wonderful selection of birdy merchandise that would make perfect gifts or stocking stuffers.
Get your fellow bird-lover a Houston Audubon membership, which allows them to enjoy members-only field trips, discounts at our nature stores and nursery open houses, and more, starting at just $40!
Get admission to 5 High Island sanctuaries all year round with the collectible 2026 High Island patch. It’s the perfect gift for the outdoor enthusiast in your life. With hundreds of acres of beautiful habitat, these sanctuaries will keep them coming back. 2026 Patches will be on sale starting December 1st!
Leave us a comment below with your own birdy gift ideas. We’d love to see what’s on your wish list this year!
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