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Once reserved exclusively for the military, thermal optics have soon found their way into the hands of birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. While traditional binoculars and spotting scopes have long been the tools of choice for birders and nature enthusiasts, the advent of thermal monoculars and binoculars has opened up new possibilities for exploring the natural world and our local ecosystems. So, how do they work?Read now
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HIKMICRO M15 4G Trail Camera: Capturing Nature's Secrets
Read nowStep into the world of wildlife surveillance like never before with the HIKMICRO M15 4G Trail Camera. Designed to offer unparalleled performance at an exceptional price, this trail camera brings cutting-edge technology to your fingertips. Join us as we explore...
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Exploring the South West Optics Showroom: Where Clarity Meets Choice
Read nowWhen it comes to experiencing the wonders of nature up close, having the right optics is crucial. At South West Optics, we're your ultimate destination for top-notch optical brilliance. Step into our showroom, and you'll enter a world filled with...
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The Best Thermal Monocular for Wildlife Observation
Read nowDuring our lifetimes, there have been some major revolutions in the equipment used in the field by birdwatchers and wildlife observers. The performance of affordable binoculars and telescopes has improved exponentially in recent decades, even tripods have become lighter, sturdier and much more practical (especially with carbon fibre models being used). Then there was the dawn of digital cameras, after which every wildlife watcher could now be a photographer (whether via digiscoping, phonescoping, DSLR or bridge cameras and more recently mirrorless systems). Birdwatchers have started becoming bird listeners with high quality digital audio equipment and brilliant apps to match.
And now, the use of thermal imagers is sweeping the world of wildlife observation.