Tripods and Clamps for spotting scope

Mute and Whooper swans in Scorton, North Yorkshire © Grovers Optics

Spotting scopes are all about having a higher magnification. That and because they are heavier than binoculars means that they normally need to be mounted on a tripod. In a (bird) hide you might use a clamp to avoid the clutter and weigtht of tripod legs