lifelist
Species sighting log
A lifelist is a cumulative record of all species a birdwatcher has observed over their lifetime.
The term extends to other pursuits where enthusiasts track encounters: She added three new butterflies to her lifelist.
Reaching milestone numbers or spotting rare species drives dedicated listers to travel widely.
Also written as two words: life list.
Finest taxonomic rank
- binocularsHandheld dual-lens magnifier
- ornithologyScientific study of birds
- twitcherRare bird pursuer
- birderOne who spots species
sighting · lifer · endemic · migration · rarity · habitat · songbird · raptor
Itemized verification guide
- tallyRecorded count
- catalogOrdered list of items
- inventoryCatalog of held assets
- logSectioned tree trunk
database · tracker · species · sightings · count · compilation · register · documentation
Involuntary sleep visions
- milestoneNotable event marking progress
- accomplishmentSuccessful completion of aim
- aspirationStrong desire for achievement
- ambitionDesire for achievement
fulfillment · completion · achievement · pursuit · target · wishlist · experiences · adventures
species
Finest taxonomic rank
- binocularsHandheld dual-lens magnifier
- ornithologyScientific study of birds
- twitcherRare bird pursuer
birder · sighting · lifer · endemic · migration · rarity · habitat · songbird · raptor · warbler
checklist
Itemized verification guide
log · database · tracker · species · sightings · count · compilation · register · documentation · record
dreams
Involuntary sleep visions
- milestoneNotable event marking progress
- accomplishmentSuccessful completion of aim
- aspirationStrong desire for achievement
ambition · fulfillment · completion · achievement · pursuit · target · wishlist · experiences · adventures · destinations
lifelistfield guide
Portable species identification manual
identification guide · bird book · reference manual · reference guide