Study Suggests Becoming An Expert Bird Watcher May Protect Brain Health

Research found that participants who were expert bird watchers showed “differences in both brain structure and brain activity.”

Study Suggests Becoming An Expert In This Beloved Hobby May Actually Protect Your Brain

Research found that participants who were experts in this pastime showed "differences in both brain structure and brain activity."

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My cats must be sharp as hell, all they do is watch the birds outside and daydream about murdering them.
Bday present idea for your cat: quad copter! You stick your cat in it and then just set it to chase birds.