The Tweetest Gifts for Bookish Birders

⚓ Books    📅 2025-08-25    👤 surdeus    👁️ 5      

surdeus

The hottest new trend in 2025? That’s right, it’s birding. At first I thought I was seeing an uptick in birdwatching because most of my friends are childless, introverted queers in their 30s with spare time to stand around staring at the sky. But no, bird lovers are everywhere, and their numbers are growing. Last year, Scientific American declared that we’re in the “golden age of bird-watching.” Folks who picked up the social-distancing-friendly hobby during the pandemic have spread the word, and the development of bird-identifying apps and online databases have made it easier than ever to start. In the age of toxic internet comment sections, it’s refreshing to get outside, breathe fresh air, and admire the abounding beauty of nature. Also, birds are cool.

You may be thinking, “This isn’t Bird Riot. It’s Book Riot.” Yes, we’re here to celebrate a love of all things literary. But it just so happens that many birdwatchers are also book lovers. And when it comes to cute little gifts, you can have it all. We’ve got the perfect gifts for bookish birders, including bookmarks and candles to bring birds to your reading time and T-shirts and logbooks to take on your next birdwatching outing. We hope you find the perfect treat for the bookish birders in your life (especially if that bookish birder is you).

Image of a blue hardcover journal with a bird on the cover and the text "Sam's Bird Log", plus an image of the interior pages designed to hold info on birds.
Image from QuillandFinch on Etsy

Become the star of your own logbook with this personalized birding journal, fully prepped for your next 100 bird sightings. $40

Image of a folded green t-shirt with an embroidered illustration of a goose reading a book and the text "silly goose book club"
Image from WearableWitUS on Etsy

This embroidered T-shirt transitions smoothly from birdwatching to book club. $46

Image of a hand holding a round black sticker with an illustration of a crow and the text "Crows before bros, support your local murder"
Image from ZamiraRekaCo on Etsy

This “crows before bros” sticker (or car magnet!) has crossover appeal for murder mystery lovers. $3+

Image of a white mug with text "baking, birds, books" next to hearts and an illustration on the opposite side of a bird in a chef hat sitting on a pile of books
Image from HONODesigns on Etsy

If you celebrate the three Bs, sip your morning coffee from this mug while birding (and perhaps snacking on a homemade muffin). $14

Image of two handmade needle felted bookmarks shaped like flat tree trunks with little 3D birds perched on the top
Image from SweetBauerKnits on Etsy

A little birdie told me you need this needle-felted bookmark. $27

Image of a black and gold throw pillow with an illustration of an owl sitting on a book under a crescent moon
Image from NoirHomeCreations on Etsy

Whether you’re settling in for a long session of birdwatching or reading, this throw pillow has got your back. $49

Image of a vinyl sticker with text "easily distracted by birds and books"
Image from WildOakStickers on Etsy

This sticker really understands your priorities. $3

Image of a candle in a glass jar with a label that says "smells like a bird nerd up in here"
Image from FennecFoxPrints on Etsy

If you must stay indoors, cuddle up with a good book and let this candle bring the birdwatching scent to you. $25

Image of a variety of handmade cork bookmarks, each with four circular illustrations of various birds
Image from Laterzees on Etsy

These handmade cork bookmarks will quickly become any bookish birder’s favorite way to mark their page. $29

Image of someone modeling a black crewneck sweatshirt with an illustration of a raven reading a book in white
Image from TheLibraryCloset on Etsy

Quoth the raven, “You’d look super cute in this sweatshirt.” $41

We hope you found the perfect gifts for your favorite bookish birders! You might also enjoy:

11 Botanical Bookmarks for Plant Lovers

The Perfect Gifts for Alice in Wonderland Fans

Bookish Goods to Brighten Your Beach Reading Days

🏷️ Books_feed